Thrill of the Kill 2006

Overview

Thrill of the Kill is a 2006 television movie directed by Richard Roy that falls into the thriller, drama, and crime genres. The film features a cast that includes Shiri Appleby, Chris Potter, Paul Hopkins, and James Kidnie. The story follows Kelly Holden, a woman haunted by the suspicious death of her sister, Allison. To uncover the truth behind the tragedy, Kelly enlists the assistance of a murder-mystery novelist named Graydon Jennings. The investigation takes an unexpected turn when the pair discovers that the victim was leading a double life, which included involvement with a congressman and a conflict with a scorned ex-lover. As the mystery unfolds, the case begins to mirror the plot of a book written by Jennings involving his fictional character, Carlton James. The film, which has a runtime of one hour and twenty-two minutes, explores the idea that the truth can be more complex and dangerous than the fiction found in mystery novels. The production was released in the United States on October 26, 2006.