Kill the Messenger

Can you keep a national secret?

⭐ 6.6 /10 897 votes

October 9, 2014 1h 52m Released

Storyline

A reporter becomes the target of a vicious smear campaign that drives him to the point of suicide after he exposes the CIA's role in arming Contra rebels in Nicaragua and importing cocaine into California. Based on the true story of journalist Gary Webb.

Key Information

                                        Director
                                        Michael Cuesta
                                    

                                        Writers
                                        Peter Landesman, Gary Webb
                                    

                                    Studio
                                    The Combine
                                

                                    Rating
                                    6.6/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Budget
                                    $5,000,000
                                

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Cast & Crew

Jeremy Renner

Gary Webb

Mary Elizabeth Winstead

Anna Simons

Michael Sheen

Fred Weil

Ray Liotta

John Cullen

Robert Patrick

Ronny Quail

Andy Garcia

Norwin Meneses

Paz Vega

Coral Baca

Michael Kenneth Williams

Ricky Ross

Rosemarie DeWitt

Sue Webb

Tim Blake Nelson

Alan Fenster

Barry Pepper

Russell Dodson

Oliver Platt

Jerry Ceppos

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kill the Messenger released?

Kill the Messenger was released on October 9, 2014.

How long is Kill the Messenger?

The runtime of Kill the Messenger is 1h 52m.

What genre is Kill the Messenger?

Kill the Messenger is a Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller, History movie.

What is the rating of Kill the Messenger?

Kill the Messenger has a rating of 6.6 out of 10 on TMDB.

Where can I watch Kill the Messenger?

Kill the Messenger is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Who directed Kill the Messenger?

Kill the Messenger was directed by Michael Cuesta.

Who stars in Kill the Messenger?

The main cast of Kill the Messenger includes Jeremy Renner, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Michael Sheen.

What language is Kill the Messenger in?

Kill the Messenger is originally in English.