When Women Kill (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film
Released in 1983, When Women Kill is a documentary film directed by Lee Grant, running about 55 minutes.
What it’s about. When Women Kill is a poignant documentary exploring the shocking violence that seven women fell victim to at the hands of men. The program profiles the battered women who speak frankly about the cruel abuse, threats, and fears, and the overassertive men who led them down a one-way path to death and destruction. The film features in-prison footage, including a segment depicting a confession by a follower of the notorious Charles Manson, Leslie Van Houten, who was convicted of two killing sprees and committed to life in prison.
Who’s in it. When Women Kill stars Lee Grant as Herself and Leslie Van Houten as Herself.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch When Women Kill page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch When Women Kill (1983)?
- In US, When Women Kill is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in When Women Kill?
- When Women Kill stars Lee Grant and Leslie Van Houten.
- When was When Women Kill released?
- When Women Kill was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 55 minutes.