Shoot to Kill movie poster

Shoot to Kill

1988 · 1h 49m · Released

R Action, Thriller, Crime, Drama

When a cunning murderer vanishes into the rugged mountains of the Pacific Northwest, pursuing FBI agent Warren Stantin must exchange familiar city streets for unknown wilderness trails. Completely out of his element, Stantin is forced to enlist the aid of expert tracker Jonathan Knox. It's a turbulent yet vital relationship they must maintain in order to survive... and one that becomes increasingly desperate when Knox's girlfriend Sarah becomes the killer's latest hostage!

Ratings

Based on audience scores
6.6 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream Shoot to Kill

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Trailer

PERSECUCION MORTAL_1988 (Trailer)

Top cast and crew

Roger Spottiswoode Director
Sidney Poitier Warren Stantin
Tom Berenger Jonathan Knox
Kirstie Alley Sarah Renell
Clancy Brown Steve
Richard Masur Norman
Andrew Robinson Harvey
Kevin Scannell Ben
Frederick Coffin Ralph
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Where can I watch Shoot to Kill in the United States?

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What are the ratings for Shoot to Kill?

Shoot to Kill scores 6.6 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Shoot to Kill?

Shoot to Kill stars Sidney Poitier, Tom Berenger, Kirstie Alley, Clancy Brown, and Richard Masur. Roger Spottiswoode is the director.

How long is Shoot to Kill?

Shoot to Kill runs 1h 49m (109 minutes).

When did Shoot to Kill come out?

Shoot to Kill was released on February 12, 1988.

Which studio made Shoot to Kill?

Shoot to Kill was produced by Century Park Pictures, Silver Screen Partners III, and Touchstone Pictures in the United States.

How much did Shoot to Kill make at the box office?

Shoot to Kill grossed $29,300,000 worldwide.

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