Movie

Born to Kill

“THE COLDEST KILLER A WOMAN EVER LOVED”

★ 6.7(94)19471h 32m

Born to Kill is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube in Canada. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 16 June 2026.

Where to watch Born to Kill

🇨🇦 Canada

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Good to know

Director: Robert Wise
Release date: 1947-04-30
Runtime: 1h 32m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: RKO Radio Pictures

About Born to Kill

Born to Kill is a 1947 movie in the Crime, Drama and Thriller genres, directed by Robert Wise, starring Claire Trevor, Lawrence Tierney and Walter Slezak. It has a runtime of 1 hour 32 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 94 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Born to Kill in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A calculating divorcée risks her chances at wealth and security with a man she doesn't love by getting involved with a hotheaded murderer.

Cast

Claire Trevor

Helen Brent

Lawrence Tierney

Sam Wild

Walter Slezak

Matthew Arnett

Phillip Terry

Fred Grover

Audrey Long

Georgia Staples

Elisha Cook Jr.

Marty

Isabel Jewell

Laury Palmer

Esther Howard

Mrs. Kraft

Kathryn Card

Grace

Tony Barrett

Danny

Grandon Rhodes

Inspector Wilson

Demetrius Alexis

Maitre d'Hotel (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Born to Kill in Canada?+

In Canada, Born to Kill is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is Born to Kill on Netflix?+

Born to Kill is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Born to Kill?+

Born to Kill has a runtime of 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).

Who stars in Born to Kill?+

Born to Kill stars Claire Trevor, Lawrence Tierney, Walter Slezak, Phillip Terry and Audrey Long.

When did Born to Kill come out?+

Born to Kill is a 1947 movie directed by Robert Wise.

What genre is Born to Kill?+

Born to Kill is Crime, Drama and Thriller film.

Who directed Born to Kill?+

Born to Kill was directed by Robert Wise.