The Killer (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 3.3
Released in 2006, The Killer is a drama film directed by Hasnain Hyderabadwala, running about 122 minutes. “A stranger. A taxi driver. A bar girl. A night of love and death.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A cold-blooded contract killer hires the services of a cab driver for a full night. He forces the driver to go around Dubai as he keeps finishing off witnesses scheduled to testify against a gangster.
Who’s in it. The Killer stars Emraan Hashmi as Nikhil Joshi, Priyanka Kothari as Rhea, Irrfan Khan as Vikram / Roopchand Swaroopchand Solanki and Bharti Achrekar as Nikhil's Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.3/10, The Killer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Killer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Killer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Killer (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Killer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Killer worth watching?
- The Killer holds an audience score of 3.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Killer?
- The Killer stars Emraan Hashmi, Priyanka Kothari, Irrfan Khan, Bharti Achrekar and Zakir Hussain.
- When was The Killer released?
- The Killer was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 122 minutes.