Born to Kill
Seen it?1947 | 92 min | Crime, Drama, Thriller
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (83% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for crime-drama fans and anyone who likes to be kept guessing. If you loved The Maltese Falcon or Shadow of a Doubt, start here.
- The mood
- Tense, dark and gritty.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 32 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1947: an older pace and style.
A calculating divorcée risks her chances at wealth and security with a man she doesn't love by getting involved with a hotheaded murderer.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
83% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerWeak
$243K worldwide
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Robert Wise
- Claire TrevorHelen Brent
- Lawrence TierneySam Wild
- Walter SlezakMatthew Arnett
- Phillip TerryFred Grover
- Audrey LongGeorgia Staples
- Elisha Cook Jr.Marty
- Isabel JewellLaury Palmer
- Esther HowardMrs. Kraft
- Kathryn CardGrace
- Tony BarrettDanny