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A Kiss Before Dying

A Kiss Before Dying

Loving him was easy. Trusting him was deadly.

Infatuated with the idea of becoming rich, college student Jonathan Corliss secretly dates Dorothy Carlsson to gain the approval of her wealthy father. When Dorothy tells Jonathan that she is pregnant and that her father will deny her inheritance if he finds out, Jonathan murders her, but he stages her death as a suicide. As Jonathan works his way onto Mr. Carlsson's payroll, Dorothy's twin sister, Ellen, investigates the apparent suicide.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: A Kiss Before Dying
  • Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime
  • Release Date: 1991-04-26
  • Runtime: 95 minutes
  • Rating: 5.585/10 (123 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $15,400,000
  • Production Companies: Kellgate Limited, Universal Pictures, Initial Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.9573
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Matt Dillon

Matt Dillon

as Jonathan Corliss

Sean Young

Sean Young

as Ellen / Dorothy Carlsson

Max von Sydow

Max von Sydow

as Thor Carlsson

Diane Ladd

Diane Ladd

as Mrs. Corliss

James Russo

James Russo

as Dan Corelli

Adam Horovitz

Adam Horovitz

as Jay Faraday

Martha Gehman

Martha Gehman

as Patricia Farren

Ben Browder

Ben Browder

as Tommy Roussell

Briony Glassco

Briony Glassco

as Waitress

Galaxy Craze

Galaxy Craze

as Susie

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Trailers & Clips

A Kiss Before Dying (Trailer)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Kiss Before Dying?

A Kiss Before Dying is a Mystery, Thriller, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 1991-04-26.

Who are the main actors in A Kiss Before Dying?

The main cast includes Matt Dillon, Sean Young, Max von Sydow, Diane Ladd, James Russo, .

Where can I watch A Kiss Before Dying online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if A Kiss Before Dying is available.

Is A Kiss Before Dying based on a true story?

Loving him was easy. Trusting him was deadly.

What is the IMDb rating of A Kiss Before Dying?

A Kiss Before Dying has an IMDb rating of 5.585/10 based on 123 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of A Kiss Before Dying?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $15,400,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for A Kiss Before Dying?

The soundtrack was composed by Kellgate Limited, Universal Pictures, Initial Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was A Kiss Before Dying filmed?

A Kiss Before Dying was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is A Kiss Before Dying?

The total runtime of A Kiss Before Dying is 95 minutes.

Is A Kiss Before Dying suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to A Kiss Before Dying?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to A Kiss Before Dying.

Does A Kiss Before Dying have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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