Penn & Teller Get Killed
"What more do you want?"
Originally released in 1989. Penn & Teller Get Killed is a comedy film. directed by Arthur Penn. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Penn Jillette, Teller, and Caitlin Clarke
Synopsis
The "bad boys of magic" go over the edge in this mind-blowing, role-switching comedy murder mystery set in the dizzying world of Atlantic City casinos. In a TV interview, Penn mentions his idea of a fun practical joke: "I wish someone were trying to kill me. It would give focus to my life, excitement. I'd be like James Bond." Twenty million people hear him. One decides to deliver a punchline he'll never forget. Made by people who thought Psycho was a comedy, Penn & Teller Get Killed (they also wrote the piece) features Caitlin Clarke as the femme fatale and David Patrick Kelly as the Edgar Allan Poe-esque nutcase with a new mission. Arthur Penn, known for hip masterpieces like Bonnie and Clyde, Alice's Restaurant and Little Big Man, directs with roller-coaster pacing and subversive intelligence.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 22, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (34 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Lorimar Film Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn & Teller Get Killed about?
The "bad boys of magic" go over the edge in this mind-blowing, role-switching comedy murder mystery set in the dizzying world of Atlantic City casinos. In a TV interview, Penn mentions his idea of ...
Who directed Penn & Teller Get Killed?
Penn & Teller Get Killed was directed by Arthur Penn.
How long is Penn & Teller Get Killed?
Penn & Teller Get Killed has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was Penn & Teller Get Killed released?
Penn & Teller Get Killed was released on September 22, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Penn & Teller Get Killed?
The main cast of Penn & Teller Get Killed includes Penn Jillette, Teller, Caitlin Clarke, David Patrick Kelly, Leonardo Cimino.