The Killing (1956)
A meticulous racetrack heist unravels as a restless wife's betrayal ignites a chain of pulpy, suspenseful events.
Career criminal Johnny Clay recruits a sharpshooter, a crooked police officer, a bartender and a betting teller named George, among others, for one last job before he goes straight and gets married. But when George tells his restless wife about the scheme to steal millions from the racetrack where he works, she hatches a plot of her own.
How intense is The Killing?
The Killing is not scary, with no gore and some violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip.
What The Killing feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulpulpyatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream The Killing
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Is The Killing scary?
No. The Killing is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Killing gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Killing sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
How long is The Killing?
The Killing runs 1h 25m.
Where can I stream The Killing?
The Killing is streaming on Prime Video, YouTube (free) and Tubi.
Does The Killing have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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