A Kiss Before Dying
"Loving him was easy. Trusting him was deadly."
Originally released in 1991. A Kiss Before Dying is a mystery/thriller film. directed by James Dearden.
Starring Matt Dillon, Sean Young, and Max von Sydow
Synopsis
Infatuated with the idea of becoming rich, college student Jonathan Corliss secretly dates Dorothy Carlsson to gain the approval of her wealthy father. When Dorothy tells Jonathan that she is pregnant and that her father will deny her inheritance if he finds out, Jonathan murders her, but he stages her death as a suicide. As Jonathan works his way onto Mr. Carlsson's payroll, Dorothy's twin sister, Ellen, investigates the apparent suicide.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 26, 1991
34 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (128 votes)
Box Office
$15.4M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $15,400,000
Production Companies
- Kellgate Limited
- Universal Pictures
- Initial Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Kiss Before Dying about?
Infatuated with the idea of becoming rich, college student Jonathan Corliss secretly dates Dorothy Carlsson to gain the approval of her wealthy father. When Dorothy tells Jonathan that she is pregn...
Who directed A Kiss Before Dying?
A Kiss Before Dying was directed by James Dearden.
How long is A Kiss Before Dying?
A Kiss Before Dying has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was A Kiss Before Dying released?
A Kiss Before Dying was released on April 26, 1991 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Kiss Before Dying?
The main cast of A Kiss Before Dying includes Matt Dillon, Sean Young, Max von Sydow, Diane Ladd, James Russo.
Is A Kiss Before Dying worth watching?
A Kiss Before Dying has a user rating of 5.5/10 based on 128 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.