Movie

I Hired a Contract Killer

★ 6.8(226)19901h 20m

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Good to know

Director: Aki Kaurismäki
Release date: 1990-10-12
Runtime: 1h 20m
Language: French
Status: Released
Country: Finland
Studio: Villealfa Filmproductions

About I Hired a Contract Killer

I Hired a Contract Killer is a 1990 movie in the Comedy, Crime and Drama genres, directed by Aki Kaurismäki, starring Jean-Pierre Léaud, Margi Clarke and Kenneth Colley. It has a runtime of 1 hour 20 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 226 viewers. Below you can see where to watch I Hired a Contract Killer in Hong Kong — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

After losing his job and realizing that he is alone in the world, a businessman opts to voluntarily end his life. Lacking courage, he hires a contract killer to do the job. Then, while awaiting his demise, he meets a woman and promptly falls in love.

Cast

Jean-Pierre Léaud

Henri

Margi Clarke

Margaret

Kenneth Colley

The Killer

T.R. Bowen

Departmen Head

Imogen Claire

Secretary

Angela Walsh

Landlady

Cyril Epstein

Cab Driver

Nicky Tesco

Pete

Charles Cork

Michael O'Hagan

Killer's Boss

Tex Axile

Bartender

Walter Sparrow

Receptionist

Themes & keywords

london, englandfloristdark comedycontract killerredundancy

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch I Hired a Contract Killer in Hong Kong?+

I Hired a Contract Killer is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Hong Kong. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is I Hired a Contract Killer on Netflix?+

I Hired a Contract Killer is not on Netflix in Hong Kong right now.

How long is I Hired a Contract Killer?+

I Hired a Contract Killer has a runtime of 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).

Who stars in I Hired a Contract Killer?+

I Hired a Contract Killer stars Jean-Pierre Léaud, Margi Clarke, Kenneth Colley, T.R. Bowen and Imogen Claire.

When did I Hired a Contract Killer come out?+

I Hired a Contract Killer is a 1990 movie directed by Aki Kaurismäki.

What genre is I Hired a Contract Killer?+

I Hired a Contract Killer is Comedy, Crime, Drama and Romance film.

Who directed I Hired a Contract Killer?+

I Hired a Contract Killer was directed by Aki Kaurismäki.