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Suicide Kings

1997·Movie
1h 46min·R

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos5
  • Catharsis5
  • Melancholy4

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and mystery

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

A crime is a terrible thing to waste.

Carlo, a former mobster, is abducted by five privileged young men desperate to raise a $2 million ransom to save the sister of a friend. As Carlo plays mind games, however, his captors splinter -- each wondering whether one of their own had a hand in the crime.
Crime ThrillerHostage SituationMind GamesMoral AmbiguityPsychological SuspenseDark HumorTwists and TurnsIntense DialogueCunning Criminals

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Suicide Kings

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Where can I stream Suicide Kings legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, Plex, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Suicide Kings worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 34%, and Metacritic 43). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Suicide Kings rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDrug use

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.

How long is Suicide Kings?

1 h 46 min

Suicide Kings runs 1 h 46 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Suicide Kings?

Critics39
Audiences65

Not quite. Audiences rate Suicide Kings higher (65) than critics (39). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Suicide Kings in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Suicide Kings?

41ARATAUBEBOBRCACHCLCOCRDEDKEC+27

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Suicide Kings in 41 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Suicide Kings use?

Abusive ParentsThe MedicUrban LegendsThe AlcoholicMan of Wealth and TasteFinger in the MailDeathbringer the AdorableAll Devouring Black Hole Loan SharksInstant SedationMy God, What Have I Done?JerkassBig Fancy Houseand 28 more

TV Tropes lists 40 storytelling tropes for Suicide Kings, including Abusive Parents, The Medic, Urban Legends.