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The Killing Jar

1997·Movie
1h 41min·R

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension8
  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Family Dynamics6
  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy5

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

Crime, mystery, and the mind

  • World Immersion7
  • Ambiguity7
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue9
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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About

Everyone has secrets. Some are more dangerous than others.

Michael Sanford and his wife move to his old town so he can take over the family business. However, gruesome murders of children start to happen. Meanwhile, Michael starts to become slowly insane, after he may have witnessed one of the murders and reports it to the police. Is he the murderer, or is it something of his past?
Psychological ThrillerSmall Town MysteryChild MurdersUnreliable NarratorGothic HorrorDisturbing ImagerySlow BurnDark ThemesTroubled Protagonist

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Where can I stream The Killing Jar legally?

The Killing Jar is included with a subscription to FlixFling in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and FlixFling. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Killing Jar worth watching?

44
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 45/100 (IMDb 4.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Killing Jar rated?

RViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Killing Jar?

1 h 41 min

The Killing Jar runs 1 h 41 min.

What language is The Killing Jar in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Killing Jar?

4AUCAMXUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Killing Jar in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.