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The Killing

1956·Movie·NR·85 min·★ 7.6(1,795)

“In all its fury and violence...”

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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Where to watch The Killing in India

Can I watch The Killing in India? Yes — you can stream The Killing in India on MGM Plus Amazon Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video.

Click a service to open The Killing there. Availability last verified on November 13, 2026.

Where is The Killing streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
IndiaMGM Plus Amazon ChannelAmazon Video
United StatesfuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, YouTube TVAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United KingdomMGM Plus Amazon Channel, YouTube FreeApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store
CanadaMGM Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video
AustraliaMGM Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video
GermanyYouTube FreeApple TV Store, Amazon Video
FranceMGM Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video
SpainFilmin, MGM Plus Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video
Brazil—Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
JapanU-NEXTFOD

About The Killing

The Killing is a 1956 English-language crime, thriller and drama film directed by Stanley Kubrick. The cast is led by Sterling Hayden, Coleen Gray, Vince Edwards. It has a runtime of 1h 25m. Viewers rate it 7.6/10 across 1800 ratings. In India, it is currently streaming on MGM Plus Amazon Channel.

The Killing was produced by United Artists and Harris-Kubrick Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on June 6, 1956, and carries a NR certification.

Director
Stanley Kubrick
Writers
Stanley Kubrick
Release date
June 6, 1956
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$0 million
Production
United Artists, Harris-Kubrick Productions
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The Killing cast & crew

The Killing was directed by Stanley Kubrick and written by Stanley Kubrick.

The cast features Sterling Hayden as Johnny Clay, Coleen Gray as Fay, Vince Edwards as Val Cannon, Jay C. Flippen as Marvin Unger, Ted de Corsia as Patrolman Randy Kennan, and Marie Windsor as Sherry Peatty.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Gerald Fried, cinematography is by Lucien Ballard, and it was produced by James B. Harris.

Is The Killing worth watching?

The Killing holds an audience score of 7.6/10 from 1,795 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed crime films.

At 1h 25m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy crime, thriller, and drama, The Killing is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Killing

In India, you can stream The Killing on MGM Plus Amazon Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video. Click any service above to open it directly.

Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect India today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.

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Cast of The Killing

Sterling Hayden

Sterling Hayden

Johnny Clay

Coleen Gray

Coleen Gray

Fay

Vince Edwards

Vince Edwards

Val Cannon

Jay C. Flippen

Jay C. Flippen

Marvin Unger

Ted de Corsia

Ted de Corsia

Patrolman Randy Kennan

Marie Windsor

Marie Windsor

Sherry Peatty

Elisha Cook Jr.

Elisha Cook Jr.

George Peatty

Joe Sawyer

Joe Sawyer

Mike O'Reilly

James Edwards

James Edwards

Track Parking Attendant

Timothy Carey

Timothy Carey

Nikki Arcane

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Kola Kwariani

Maurice Oboukhoff

Jay Adler

Jay Adler

Leo the Loanshark

The Killing — FAQs

▸Where can I watch The Killing in India?

The Killing is streaming on MGM Plus Amazon Channel in India.

▸Where can I watch The Killing in the US?

In the US, The Killing is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, and Philo, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

▸Where can I watch The Killing in the UK?

In the UK, The Killing is streaming on MGM Plus Amazon Channel and YouTube Free, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

▸Is The Killing on MGM Plus Amazon Channel?

Yes — The Killing is currently available on MGM Plus Amazon Channel in India.

▸What language is The Killing in?

The Killing is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is The Killing?

The Killing runs 1 hours 25 minutes (85 minutes).

▸What is The Killing rated?

The Killing is rated NR. It holds a 7.6/10 audience score from 1,795 ratings.

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