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The Killing 1956

“In all its fury and violence...”

★ 7.6/10 NR CrimeThrillerDrama Released
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What is The Killing?

The Killing is a film first released in 1956. Catalogued under Crime, Thriller, Drama.

Type
Film
Year
1956
Status
Released
Runtime
85 minutes
Release date
Jun 6, 1956
Studios
United Artists, Harris-Kubrick Productions
Genres
Crime, Thriller, Drama
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85 /100 Highly Bingeable
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.8/10
🧠 Narrative Depth9.1/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Crime #Thriller #Drama

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Overview

The Killing is a film first released in 1956. Catalogued under Crime, Thriller, Drama. Produced and broadcast by United Artists, Harris-Kubrick Productions. Current status: Released.

Should you watch it?

“A career criminal assembles a team to steal millions from a racetrack before going straight.”

Reasons to watch
  • features a compelling heist plot
  • directed by Stanley Kubrick
Keep in mind
  • involves criminal schemes and violence
  • driven by human greed and betrayal

Watch it if you enjoy classic crime thrillers about meticulously planned heists.

The film contains themes of fury, violence, and criminal activity.

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When was The Killing released?

The film was released in the US on 06/06/1956.

Who directed the film?

The film was directed by Stanley Kubrick.

What is the main plot of the movie?

Career criminal Johnny Clay recruits a team to steal millions from a racetrack.

Who are some of the crew members Johnny recruits?

He recruits a sharpshooter, a crooked police officer, a bartender, and a betting teller named George.

What complications arise during the plot?

George tells his restless wife about the scheme, and she hatches a plot of her own.