Killer Joe
2012, English. Directed by William Friedkin.
A Totally Deep-Fried Texas Redneck Trailer Park Murder Story.
A cop who moonlights as a hit man agrees to kill the hated mother of a desperate drug dealer in exchange for a tumble with the young man's virginal sister.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NC-17
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 1,656 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Killer Joe
Killer Joe isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
- William FriedkinDirector
- Matthew McConaugheyKiller Joe Cooper
- Emile HirschChris Smith
- Juno TempleDottie Smith
- Thomas Haden ChurchAnsel Smith
- Gina GershonSharla Smith
- Marc MacaulayDigger Soames
- Gralen Bryant BanksPizza Patron
- Carol SuttonSaleslady
- Danny EpperG-Man
- Jeff GalpinBiker Thug
- Scott A. MartinPizza Manager
- Gregory C. BachaudFilpatrick
Details
- Released
- 7 June 2012
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Tracy Letts
- Budget
- $10M
- Box office
- $4.6M
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Killer Joe: quick answers
Is Killer Joe worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 1,656 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Killer Joe?
Killer Joe runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does Killer Joe have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Killer Joe. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Killer Joe parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Killer Joe is rated NC-17 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Killer Joe on?
Killer Joe isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like Killer Joe?
If you liked Killer Joe, try Fargo, Blood Simple, Shallow Grave.
Who directed Killer Joe?
Killer Joe (2012) was directed by William Friedkin and stars Matthew McConaughey, Emile Hirsch, Juno Temple.