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1975•122 min•Crime, Action, Thriller

The Killer Elite

Is The Killer Elite a Hit or Flop?

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Is The Killer Elite worth watching? With a rating of 5.7/10, this Crime, Action, Thriller film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Killer Elite Synopsis

Mike Locken is one of the principal members of a group of freelance spies. A significant portion of their work is for the CIA, and while on a case for them one of his friends turns on him and shoots him in the elbow and knee. His assignment, to protect someone, goes down in flames. He is nearly crippled, but with braces is able to again become mobile. For revenge as much as anything else, Mike goes after his ex-friend.

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Top Cast

James Caan
James CaanMike Locken
Robert Duvall
Robert DuvallGeorge Hansen
Arthur Hill
Arthur HillCap Collis
Bo Hopkins
Bo HopkinsJerome Miller
Mako
MakoYuen Chung
Burt Young
Burt YoungMac
Gig Young
Gig YoungLawrence Weyburn
Tom Clancy
Tom ClancyO'Leary
Tiana Alexandra
Tiana AlexandraTommie
Walter Kelley
Walter KelleyWalter

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Is The Killer Elite worth watching?

The Killer Elite has received mixed reviews with a 5.7/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Crime, Action, Thriller movies.

Is The Killer Elite hit or flop?

The Killer Elite has received average ratings (5.7/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Killer Elite?

The Killer Elite is a Crime, Action, Thriller movie that Mike Locken is one of the principal members of a group of freelance spies. A significant portion of their work is for the CIA, and while on a case for...

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