The Killer Ending Explained
David Fincher's The Killer is based on the graphic novel of the same name. The ending is surprising considering the title. We break down the details.
The Killer (2023)
Based on the graphic novel by Alexis Nolent, The Killer is a Netflix film directed by David Fincher. Michael Fassbender stars as the titular character. This hitman experiences a near-miss on a mission and now must wrestle with his conscience and his employers as he begins to fight against his ways as an assassin.
The Killer (2023)
- Director
- David Fincher
- Release Date
- November 10, 2023
- Studio(s)
- Plan B Entertainment , Boom! Studios
- Distributor(s)
- Netflix
- Cast
- Michael Fassbender , Tilda Swinton , Kerry O'Malley , Charles Parnell , Lacey Dover , Monique Ganderton , Sala Baker
- Writers
- Andrew Kevin Walker
- Runtime
- 118 Minutes
- Story By
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