The Killer Elite
"They protect us from the enemy, but who protects us from them?"
Originally released in 1975. The Killer Elite is a crime/action film. directed by Sam Peckinpah. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring James Caan, Robert Duvall, and Arthur Hill
Synopsis
Mike Locken is one of the principal members of a group of freelance spies. A significant portion of their work is for the CIA, and while on a case for them one of his friends turns on him and shoots him in the elbow and knee. His assignment, to protect someone, goes down in flames. He is nearly crippled, but with braces is able to again become mobile. For revenge as much as anything else, Mike goes after his ex-friend.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 19, 1975
50 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (131 votes)
Budget
$5M
Production budget
Box Office
$1M
0.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $5,000,000
- Revenue
- $1,000,000
Production Companies
- United Artists
- Persky-Bright Productions
- Baum/Dantine Productions
- Exeter Associates
- Arthur Lewis Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Killer Elite about?
Mike Locken is one of the principal members of a group of freelance spies. A significant portion of their work is for the CIA, and while on a case for them one of his friends turns on him and shoot...
Who directed The Killer Elite?
The Killer Elite was directed by Sam Peckinpah.
How long is The Killer Elite?
The Killer Elite has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was The Killer Elite released?
The Killer Elite was released on December 19, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Killer Elite?
The main cast of The Killer Elite includes James Caan, Robert Duvall, Arthur Hill, Bo Hopkins, Mako.
Is The Killer Elite worth watching?
The Killer Elite has a user rating of 5.7/10 based on 131 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.