A Perfect Murder (1998)
A millionaire plots his wife's murder, but a gritty, tense game of cat and mouse quickly unfolds.
Millionaire industrialist Steven Taylor is a man who has everything but what he craves most: the love and fidelity of his wife. A hugely successful player in the New York financial world, he considers her to be his most treasured acquisition. But she needs more than simply the role of dazzling accessory.
How intense is A Perfect Murder?
A Perfect Murder is not scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What A Perfect Murder feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulgrittytensepulpy
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream A Perfect Murder
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Is A Perfect Murder scary?
No. A Perfect Murder is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is A Perfect Murder gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is A Perfect Murder sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is A Perfect Murder OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is A Perfect Murder?
A Perfect Murder runs 1h 47m.
Where can I stream A Perfect Murder?
A Perfect Murder is streaming on Paramount+.
Does A Perfect Murder have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
There is a twist, and that is all we are saying.
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