---
title: "The Iceman"
year: 2012
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-iceman-2012"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 68812
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 105
community_rating: 6.6
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Iceman (2012) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-iceman-2012

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Iceman is a film first released in 2012. Catalogued under Thriller, Crime, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Bleiberg Entertainment, Millennium Media. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A family man leads a double life as a ruthless contract killer."

### Why Watch
- Based on a real-life criminal
- Examines the clash between domestic life and murder

### Caveats & Content Note
- Contains graphic violence
- Tone & Suitability: The film’s gritty, violent tone makes it unsuitable for younger audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: thriller, crime, drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Ariel Vromen
- **Networks / Studios**: Bleiberg Entertainment, Millennium Media

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Michael Shannon** as *Richard Kuklinski*
- **Winona Ryder** as *Deborah Kuklinski*
- **Ray Liotta** as *Roy Demeo*
- **Chris Evans** as *Robert Pronge*
- **David Schwimmer** as *Josh Rosenthal*
- **James Franco** as *Marty Freeman*
- **Stephen Dorff** as *Joey Kuklinski*
- **Robert Davi** as *Leo Marks*
- **John Ventimiglia** as *Mickey Scicoli*
- **Danny A. Abeckaser** as *Dino Lapron*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the premise of The Iceman?
It follows the true story of Richard Kuklinski, a contract killer who also lived as a family man.

### Q: Who is the central figure in the film?
The film centers on Richard Kuklinski, a notorious contract killer.

### Q: When was The Iceman released?
The Iceman was released in 2012.

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

### Q: Is the story fictional?
The narrative is based on real events from Kuklinski’s life.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Iceman — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/68812)

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