

Assassin for Hire
“Tonight He'll Kill Again!”
Synopsis
Antonio Riccardi, a rare stamp dealer who is secretly a hired killer, pays for the violin lessons of his gifted brother Giuseppe. To meet the expenses of Giuseppe's concert debut he accepts a further job, but his decision to do so provides Detective Inspector Carson, who has long hoped to ensnare Tony, with an opportunity that might now enable him to bring about his downfall.
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January 17, 1952
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael McCarthy
- Screenplay & Story
- Rex Rienits
- Original Score
- Ronnie Emanuel
- Original Title
- Assassin for Hire
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 7m
- Production Studios
- Merton Park Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael McCarthy
Rex Rienits
Ronnie Emanuel
Robert LaPresle
Eric Hodges
Julian Wintle
Department Leadership Roster
Robert LaPresle
Director of Photography
Michael McCarthy
Director
Rex Rienits
Writer
Julian Wintle
Producer
Eric Hodges
Editor
Ronnie Emanuel
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Assassin for Hire
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What is Assassin for Hire about?
Antonio Riccardi, a rare stamp dealer who is secretly a hired killer, pays for the violin lessons of his gifted brother Giuseppe. To meet the expenses of Giuseppe's concert debut he accepts a further job, but his decision to do so provides Detective Inspector Carson, who has long hoped to ensnare Tony, with an opportunity that might now enable him to bring about his downfall.
Who directed Assassin for Hire?
Assassin for Hire was directed by Michael McCarthy.
Who stars in Assassin for Hire?
The principal cast of Assassin for Hire includes Sydney Tafler, Ronald Howard, Katharine Blake, John Hewer, June Rodney.
When was Assassin for Hire released and how long is it?
Assassin for Hire was released in 1951 with a total runtime of 1h 7m.
Who composed the musical score for Assassin for Hire?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Assassin for Hire was composed by Ronnie Emanuel.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Assassin for Hire?
Assassin for Hire holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).




















