The Killing Jar (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2010, The Killing Jar is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Mark Young, running about 92 minutes. “Eeny, meeny, miny, murder.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A stranger armed with a shotgun takes seven patrons hostage in a remote roadside diner. But as the body count increases, the desperate survivors discover that one of the hostages may be even more dangerous than their captor.
Who’s in it. The Killing Jar stars Michael Madsen as Doe, Harold Perrineau as Dixon, Danny Trejo as Jimmy and Kevin Gage as Hank, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Killing Jar has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $2 at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Killing Jar page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Killing Jar tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Killing Jar (2010)?
- In US, The Killing Jar is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Killing Jar worth watching?
- The Killing Jar holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Killing Jar?
- The Killing Jar stars Michael Madsen, Harold Perrineau, Danny Trejo, Kevin Gage and Lew Temple.
- When was The Killing Jar released?
- The Killing Jar was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.