Licensed to Kill
“He has the same fine taste as the higher priced secret agent!”
Synopsis
An English spy (Tom Adams) guards a Scandinavian scientist (Karl Stepanek) who has sold an anti-gravity device to each side.
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The 2nd Best Secret Agent in the Whole Wide World (1965) Trailer
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 17, 1965
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lindsay Shonteff
- Screenplay & Story
- Howard Griffiths, Lindsay Shonteff
- Original Score
- Herbert Chappell
- Original Title
- Licensed to Kill
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Alistair James Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lindsay Shonteff
Howard Griffiths, Lindsay Shonteff
Herbert Chappell
Ron Pope
James Ward
Department Leadership Roster
Howard Griffiths
Screenplay
Ron Pope
Editor
Lindsay Shonteff
Screenplay
Lindsay Shonteff
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Licensed to Kill
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Licensed to Kill about?
An English spy (Tom Adams) guards a Scandinavian scientist (Karl Stepanek) who has sold an anti-gravity device to each side.
Who directed Licensed to Kill?
Licensed to Kill was directed by Lindsay Shonteff.
Who stars in Licensed to Kill?
The principal cast of Licensed to Kill includes Tom Adams, Karl Stepanek, Peter Bull, Francis de Wolff, John Arnatt.
When was Licensed to Kill released and how long is it?
Licensed to Kill was released in 1965 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Licensed to Kill?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Licensed to Kill was composed by Herbert Chappell.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Licensed to Kill?
Licensed to Kill holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.).