---
title: "Righteous Kill"
year: 2008
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/righteous-kill-2008"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 13389
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Righteous Kill (2008) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/righteous-kill-2008

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Righteous Kill is a film first released in 2008. Catalogued under Crime, Thriller, Mystery.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two veteran NYPD detectives chase a vigilante killer targeting criminals who escaped justice."

### Why Watch
- Stars Robert De Niro and Al Pacino
- Tense cat‑and‑mouse pursuit of a serial killer
- Atmospheric New York setting

### Caveats & Content Note
- Runtime under two hours may limit deeper character development
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains intense violence and mature themes, making it suitable for adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: crime, thriller, mystery, gritty

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who are the lead actors?
The film stars Robert De Niro and Al Pacino as NYPD detectives.

### Q: What is the central premise?
Veteran detectives investigate a possible link between a recent murder and an old case while hunting a serial killer.

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a crime, thriller, mystery, and drama.

### Q: When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on September 12, 2008.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Righteous Kill — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/13389)
- [Righteous Kill - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Righteous_Kill)
- [Righteous Kill (Righteous Kill) - Filmografie.cz](http://www.filmografie.cz/film/432-righteous-kill/)

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