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Killer Elite

2011·Movie
1h 56min·R
IMDb6.4Metacritic445.7Rotten Tomatoes26%42%

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High energy, emotionally cool.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and tense

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis5
  • Melancholy4
  • Hopefulness3

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Physical Comedy2
  • Dark Humor2

World

Crime, war, and history

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout sound design

  • Sound Centrality8
  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

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About

May the best man live.

Based on a shocking true story, Killer Elite pits two of the world’s most elite operatives—Danny, an ex-special ops agent and Hunter, his longtime mentor—against the cunning leader of a secret military society. Covering the globe from Australia to Paris, London and the Middle East, Danny and Hunter are plunged into a highly dangerous game of cat and mouse—where the predators become the prey.
Action ThrillerSpecial OperationsTrue Story AdaptationGlobal ConspiracyCat and MouseIntense & GrittyMilitary ThemeHigh StakesEx-Operative

Crew

Directed by:
Gary McKendry
Written by:
Ranulph Fiennes, Ranulph Fiennes, Gary McKendry
Produced by:
Bill Johnson, Leigh Pickford, David Whealy
Composed by:
Reinhold Heil, Johnny Klimek

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Killer Elite

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Where can I stream Killer Elite legally?

fuboTVPeacockThe RokuThe CWPluto TVShout! Factory TVPlexFawesome

Killer Elite is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Peacock, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on The CW, Pluto TV, and Shout! Factory 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 Killer Elite worth watching?

45
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 46/100 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 26%, and Metacritic 44). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Killer Elite rated?

RViolenceStrong language

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

How long is Killer Elite?

1 h 56 min

Killer Elite runs 1 h 56 min.

Is Killer Elite based on a true story?

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

Do critics and audiences agree on Killer Elite?

Critics35
Audiences54

Not quite. Audiences rate Killer Elite higher (54) than critics (35). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Killer Elite a box office hit?

Budget$66 million
Box office$58 million

No. It cost about $66 million to make and earned $58 million worldwide, 88% of its budget.

What language is Killer Elite in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Australia, United States, United Kingdom, Morocco.

In how many countries can I watch Killer Elite?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Killer Elite in 72 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Killer Elite use?

No Name GivenVery Loosely Based on a True StoryFaking the DeadContract on the HitmanMêlée à TroisCycle of RevengeMake It Look Like an AccidentFanserviceProperly ParanoidImprobable Aiming Skills"Not So Different" RemarkWhy Don't You Just Shoot Him?and 31 more

TV Tropes lists 43 storytelling tropes for Killer Elite, including No Name Given, Very Loosely Based on a True Story, Faking the Dead.