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First Kill (2017)

โ€œWhen you only have one shot, don't miss.โ€

5.6/10 ยท 595 votes 1h 37m r ActionThrillerCrime

#280 of 319 films from 2017 #1969 of 2168 in action

Directed by Steven C. Miller ยท Written by Nick Gordon

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Overview

A police chief tries to solve a kidnapping that involves a bank robber holding a young boy hostage.

Cast

Bruce Willisas Howell
Hayden Christensenas Will
Ty Joseph Sheltonas Danny
Megan Leonardas Laura
Gethin Anthonyas Levi
William DeMeoas Richie
Deb G. Girdleras Dottie
Tyler Jon Olsonas Tom
Shea Buckneras Charlie
Magi Avilaas Adele
Jim Gloydas Nurse
Christine Dyeas Mabel
Martin Blencoweas Forensics Officer
John Daueras Forensics Officer 2

Facts

Release dateJuly 21, 2017
Runtime97 min (1h 37m) โ€” about the same as the 2017 average of 107 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$10,000,000
IMDbtt5884234

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Questions

How long is First Kill?
First Kill runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Is First Kill worth watching?
TMDB users give it 5.6/10 across 595 votes, which places it #280 of 319 films released in 2017 in this index (top 13%) and #1969 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed First Kill?
First Kill was directed by Steven C. Miller. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Marauders (2016), Werewolves (2024), Escape Plan 2: Hades (2018).
Who stars in First Kill?
Bruce Willis as Howell; Hayden Christensen as Will; Ty Joseph Shelton as Danny; Megan Leonard as Laura; Gethin Anthony as Levi; William DeMeo as Richie.
What is First Kill rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for First Kill?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/16711.

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