The Killing
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.
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Planning the Heist
Racetrack Robbery Scene
Bar Fight Scene
Planning The Heist
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Frequently asked questions about The Killing
Where can I watch The Killing in the United States?
The Killing is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, MUBI, TCM, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Killing on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. The Killing is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside YouTube TV, MUBI, TCM, YouTube Free, and Tubi TV.
Can I watch The Killing for free?
The Killing streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free and Tubi TV. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Killing?
The Killing scores 7.6 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Killing?
The Killing stars Sterling Hayden, Coleen Gray, Vince Edwards, Jay C. Flippen, and Ted de Corsia. Stanley Kubrick is the director.
How long is The Killing?
The Killing runs 1h 25m (85 minutes).
When did The Killing come out?
The Killing was released on June 6, 1956.
Which studio made The Killing?
The Killing was produced by United Artists and Harris-Kubrick Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for The Killing?
The Killing was made on a budget of $320,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.