A Kiss Before Dying
1956, English. Directed by Gerd Oswald.
He had looks, charm ... and killer instincts.
A college student tries to get rich quick by wooing two wealthy sisters.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
Start now and it ends at ….
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 74 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch A Kiss Before Dying
A Kiss Before Dying is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, ScreenPix, and ScreenPix Amazon Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Gerd OswaldDirector
- Robert WagnerBud Corliss
- Jeffrey HunterGordon Grant
- Virginia LeithEllen Kingship
- Joanne WoodwardDorothy ('Dorie') Kingship
- Mary AstorMrs. Corliss
- George MacreadyLeo Kingship
- Robert QuarryDwight Powell
- Howard PetrieHoward Chesser, Chief of Police
- Molly McCartAnnabelle Koch
- Marlene FeltonMedical Student
- Bill WalkerBill, the Butler
Details
- Released
- 20 April 1956
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Lawrence Roman
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What A Kiss Before Dying is based on
A Kiss Before Dying is based on A Kiss Before Dying, a 1953 novel by Ira Levin, published by Simon & Schuster.
Novel · 1953
A Kiss Before Dying
By Ira Levin
Published by Simon & Schuster
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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A Kiss Before Dying: quick answers
Is A Kiss Before Dying worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 74 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Kiss Before Dying?
A Kiss Before Dying runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does A Kiss Before Dying have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Kiss Before Dying. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Kiss Before Dying parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Kiss Before Dying is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Kiss Before Dying on?
A Kiss Before Dying is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, ScreenPix, and ScreenPix Amazon Channel in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Kiss Before Dying?
If you liked A Kiss Before Dying, try The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry, They Made Me a Fugitive, Killer's Kiss.
Who directed A Kiss Before Dying?
A Kiss Before Dying (1956) was directed by Gerd Oswald and stars Robert Wagner, Jeffrey Hunter, Virginia Leith.
What is A Kiss Before Dying based on?
A Kiss Before Dying is based on A Kiss Before Dying, a 1953 novel by Ira Levin, published by Simon & Schuster.