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An Officer and a Murderer

2012·Movie
1h 25min
59
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.4
IMDb6.4

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High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Tense and violent

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Moving and melancholic

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy7
  • Catharsis6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters

  • Intrigue9
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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You need an uplifting moodGraphic violence bothers you

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About

The true story of Colonel Russell Williams, one Canada’s most powerful and respected Air Force Officers, who committed numerous brutal crimes and was eventually brought down by a tenacious small town police detective.
True CrimeMilitary OfficerPsychological ThrillerSerial KillerCanadian CrimePolice InvestigationDisturbing NarrativeDark Story

Crew

Directed by:
Norma Bailey
Written by:
Keith Ross Leckie
Produced by:
Lena Cordina, Mary Young Leckie, Tom Patricia
Composed by:
Robert Carli, Jono Grant

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about An Officer and a Murderer

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream An Officer and a Murderer legally?

PhiloLifetime Movie ClubFawesomeTubi TV

An Officer and a Murderer is included with a subscription to Philo and Lifetime Movie Club in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fawesome and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is An Officer and a Murderer worth watching?

59
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 6.4). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is An Officer and a Murderer rated?

ViolenceSexual contentStrong language

Content advisories: violence, sexual content, and strong language.

How long is An Officer and a Murderer?

1 h 25 min

An Officer and a Murderer runs 1 h 25 min.

Is An Officer and a Murderer based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is An Officer and a Murderer in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Canada.

In how many countries can I watch An Officer and a Murderer?

2AUUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for An Officer and a Murderer in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.