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Kill the Messenger

January 1, 2003 1h 23m 5.5/10 (2 votes)

Originally released in 2003. Kill the Messenger is a drama film. directed by Timothy Alan Richardson. At just 83 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jay Beyers, John C. Finnegan, and Rachel Hughes

Synopsis

Two rebel brother, Drake and Daniel, disguise themselves as Union soldiers in order to deliver a secret letter to a turncoat Union officer named Hatcher. When Drake gets injured, young Daniel is forced to deliver the message alone. But the mission goes awry and Daniel must flee camp with a meek northern photographer Benjamin, who has been framed for a murder he didn't commit. Unaware that they are being pursued by Hatcher, who has plans of his own for the letter, they embark upon an incredible journey that will test their courage, friendship, their views on war, and their very lives.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 2003 23 years ago
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Runtime 1h 23m 83 minutes total
User Rating 5.5/10 Mixed (2 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Richardson Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kill the Messenger about?

Two rebel brother, Drake and Daniel, disguise themselves as Union soldiers in order to deliver a secret letter to a turncoat Union officer named Hatcher. When Drake gets injured, young Daniel is fo...

Who directed Kill the Messenger?

Kill the Messenger was directed by Timothy Alan Richardson.

How long is Kill the Messenger?

Kill the Messenger has a runtime of 1 hours and 23 minutes (83 minutes total).

When was Kill the Messenger released?

Kill the Messenger was released on January 1, 2003 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Kill the Messenger?

The main cast of Kill the Messenger includes Jay Beyers, John C. Finnegan, Rachel Hughes, John Coffman, Bryce Cone.