Dressed to Kill (1980) movie poster

Dressed to Kill (1980)

"The latest fashion in murder."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 70%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 78% (RT: 83%, MC: 74) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 45m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.0/10 (1,089 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
83%
Metacritic
74
Cast
Michael Caine as Doctor Robert Elliott
Nancy Allen as Liz Blake
Angie Dickinson as Kate Miller
Keith Gordon as Peter Miller
Dennis Franz as Detective Marino
David Margulies as Dr. Levy
Ken Baker as Warren Lockman
Susanna Clemm as Betty Luce
Most people think so. 70% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,089 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 78%.
Overview
After witnessing a mysterious woman brutally slay a homemaker, prostitute Liz Blake finds herself trapped in a dangerous situation. While the police thinks she is the murderer, the real killer is intent on silencing her only witness. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Dressed to Kill was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • The iconic poster for Dressed to Kill was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

Dressed to Kill is a 1980 thriller, mystery, horror film directed by Brian De Palma. After witnessing a mysterious woman brutally slay a homemaker, prostitute Liz Blake finds herself trapped in a dangerous situation. While the police thinks she is the murderer, the real killer is intent on silencing her only witness.

The film has been rated by 1,089 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a thriller film, Dressed to Kill delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Dressed to Kill (1980) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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