Assassination
1987, English. Directed by Peter R. Hunt.
A presidential bodyguard is assigned to protect an objecting first lady, as repeated attempts are made on her life.
Jay Killon is the bodyguard of the recently elected US president, but he is assigned to the first lady (Lara Royce). Lara hates Killon so she does all she can to escape. The story complicates when someone tries to kill Lara.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Cast & crew
- Peter R. HuntDirector
- Charles BronsonJay Killion
- Jill IrelandLara Royce Craig
- Stephen ElliottFitzroy
- Jan Gan BoydCharlotte Chong
- James StaleyBriggs
- Frank ZagarinoSecret Service Driver
- Randy BrooksTyler Loudermilk
- James LempEddie Bracken (as Erik Stern)
- Michael AnsaraSen. Bunsen
- Kathryn Leigh ScottPolly Sims
- James AchesonOsborne Weems
- Jim McMullanThe Zipper
Details
- Released
- 9 January 1987
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Richard Sale
- Budget
- $5M
- Box office
- $6.1M
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Assassination: quick answers
Is Assassination worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 108 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Assassination?
Assassination runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does Assassination have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Assassination. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Assassination suitable for kids?
Assassination is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Where can I watch Assassination?
Assassination is streaming on MGM Plus Amazon Channel, Artiflix.
What movies are like Assassination?
If you liked Assassination, try Chief of Station, Section 8, The 355.
Who directed Assassination?
Assassination (1987) was directed by Peter R. Hunt and stars Charles Bronson, Jill Ireland, Stephen Elliott.