Born to Kill
“THE COLDEST KILLER A WOMAN EVER LOVED”
A calculating divorcée risks her chances at wealth and security with a man she doesn't love by getting involved with a hotheaded murderer.
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Where is Born to Kill streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Amazon Video |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | — | Apple TV Store |
| Spain | Filmin | — |
About Born to Kill
Born to Kill is a 1947 English-language crime, drama and thriller film directed by Robert Wise. The cast is led by Claire Trevor, Lawrence Tierney, Walter Slezak. It has a runtime of 1h 32m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Born to Kill was produced by RKO Radio Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on April 30, 1947, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Robert Wise
- Writers
- Eve Greene, Richard Macaulay
- Release date
- April 30, 1947
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- RKO Radio Pictures
Born to Kill cast & crew
Born to Kill was directed by Robert Wise and written by Eve Greene and Richard Macaulay.
The cast features Claire Trevor as Helen Brent, Lawrence Tierney as Sam Wild, Walter Slezak as Matthew Arnett, Phillip Terry as Fred Grover, Audrey Long as Georgia Staples, and Elisha Cook Jr. as Marty.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Paul Sawtell, cinematography is by Robert De Grasse, and it was produced by Sid Rogell and Herman Schlom.
Is Born to Kill worth watching?
Born to Kill holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 94 ratings, a solidly received crime films.
At 1h 32m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy crime, drama, and thriller, Born to Kill is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Born to Kill
Born to Kill isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Born to Kill
Claire Trevor
Helen Brent
Lawrence Tierney
Sam Wild
Walter Slezak
Matthew Arnett
Phillip Terry
Fred Grover
Audrey Long
Georgia Staples
Elisha Cook Jr.
Marty
Isabel Jewell
Laury Palmer
Esther Howard
Mrs. Kraft
Kathryn Card
Grace
Tony Barrett
Danny
Grandon Rhodes
Inspector Wilson
Demetrius Alexis
Maitre d'Hotel (uncredited)
Born to Kill — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Born to Kill in United States?
Born to Kill is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Born to Kill in?
Born to Kill is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Born to Kill?
Born to Kill runs 1 hours 32 minutes (92 minutes).
▸What is Born to Kill rated?
Born to Kill is rated NR. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 94 ratings.
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