The Killers (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1956, The Killers is a drama and crime film directed by Andrei Tarkovsky, running about 19 minutes.
What it’s about. The Killers is a 1956 student film by the Soviet and Russian film director Andrei Tarkovsky and his fellow students Marika Beiku and Aleksandr Gordon. The film is based on the short story "The Killers" by Ernest Hemingway, written in 1927. It was Tarkovsky's first film, produced when he was a student at the State Institute of Cinematography.
Who’s in it. The Killers stars Yuli Fait as Nick Adams, Aleksandr Gordon as George, Valentin Vinogradov as Al and Vadim Novikov as Max, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Killers has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Killers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Killers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Killers (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Killers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Killers worth watching?
- The Killers holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Killers?
- The Killers stars Yuli Fait, Aleksandr Gordon, Valentin Vinogradov, Vadim Novikov and Yuriy Dubrovin.