
Kill the Messenger
Can you keep a national secret?
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.
Where to Watch
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Kill the Messenger
- Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller, History
- Release Date: 2014-10-09
- Runtime: 112 minutes
- Rating: 6.617/10 (890 votes)
- Budget: $5,000,000
- Revenue: $5,200,000
- Production Companies: The Combine, Focus Features, Sierra/Affinity, Bluegrass Films
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 8.6146
- Languages: English, Spanish
Cast & Crew

Jeremy Renner
as Gary Webb

Mary Elizabeth Winstead
as Anna Simons

Michael Sheen
as Fred Weil

Ray Liotta
as John Cullen

Robert Patrick
as Ronny Quail

Andy Garcia
as Norwin Meneses

Paz Vega
as Coral Baca

Michael Kenneth Williams
as Ricky Ross

Rosemarie DeWitt
as Sue Webb

Tim Blake Nelson
as Alan Fenster
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Trailers & Clips
Official UK Trailer
An Eyewitness Account
I'm Writing The Story
Biggest Story
Official Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kill the Messenger?▼
Kill the Messenger is a Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller, History movie directed by . It was released on 2014-10-09.
Who are the main actors in Kill the Messenger?▼
The main cast includes Jeremy Renner, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Michael Sheen, Ray Liotta, Robert Patrick, .
Where can I watch Kill the Messenger online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Kill the Messenger is available.
Is Kill the Messenger based on a true story?▼
Can you keep a national secret?
What is the IMDb rating of Kill the Messenger?▼
Kill the Messenger has an IMDb rating of 6.617/10 based on 890 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Kill the Messenger?▼
The movie had a production budget of $5,000,000 and earned $5,200,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Kill the Messenger?▼
The soundtrack was composed by The Combine, Focus Features, Sierra/Affinity, Bluegrass Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Kill the Messenger filmed?▼
Kill the Messenger was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Kill the Messenger?▼
The total runtime of Kill the Messenger is 112 minutes.
Is Kill the Messenger suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Kill the Messenger?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Kill the Messenger.
Does Kill the Messenger have a post-credit scene?▼
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!
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