description The Killers Overview
The Killers is a 1946 American crime drama considered a classic of film noir. It follows an insurance investigator’s pursuit of those responsible for the murder of a former boxer, Pete Lund. Starring Burt Lancaster in his film debut alongside Ava Gardner and Edmond O'Brien, the movie explores themes of betrayal and professional violence within the context of 1940s Los Angeles. It is notable for its atmospheric storytelling and influential role in shaping the noir genre, appealing to fans of suspenseful crime narratives and classic Hollywood cinema.
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info The Killers Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1946 |
help The Killers FAQ
Is The Killers based on the Ernest Hemingway story?
Yes, the 1946 film opens from Hemingway's 1927 short story about two hitmen and a doomed former boxer. The rest of the film expands the story into an insurance investigation led by Edmond O'Brien's character.
Was The Killers really Burt Lancaster's first movie?
Yes, The Killers was Burt Lancaster's film debut, and he plays Ole 'Swede' Anderson, the ex-boxer who accepts his murder. Ava Gardner's role as Kitty Collins helped cement the movie's noir reputation.
Who directed the 1946 version of The Killers?
Robert Siodmak directed the 1946 film for Universal, with Mark Hellinger producing. The credited screenplay is by Anthony Veiller, though John Huston and Richard Brooks are often discussed in connection with uncredited work.
Is the 1964 The Killers a remake of this film?
Yes, Don Siegel directed a 1964 version also called The Killers, starring Lee Marvin, Angie Dickinson, John Cassavetes, and Ronald Reagan. The 1946 Siodmak film is the classic noir version most people mean first.
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