A Killing Affair
“The dogs of hell walk the earth and the Devil strides beside”
Synopsis
Peter Weller stars as Baton Morris, a drifter suspected of murder, in this crime drama. A widow (Kathy Baker) living in West Virginia takes in the man (Weller) whom she believes murdered her husband. As she spends more time with him, she begins to fall for him, but continues to question whether or not she can trust him. Directed by David Saperstein and based on a novel by Robert Houston, A Killing Affair features twists and turns up until the end.
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Peter Weller
Baston Morris
Kathy Baker
Maggie Gresham
John Glover
Sheb Sheppard
Rhetta Hughes
Vinia
Amy Fields
Bessie Gresham
Richard Westrick
Warren Gresham
Trevor Jackson
Eldridge
Susie Hall
Blanche
Sandi Brannon
Sara
Bob Hannah
Stillwell
Bill Smitrovich
Pink Gresham
Stuart Culpepper
Mr. Sheppard
Mert Hatfield
Sheriff of Oakman
Butch Hammett
Young Sheb
Victoria Loving
Morris' Wife
Danny Nelson
Sarah's Father
Wallace Wilkinson
1929 Judge
Bill Fleet
1929 Sheriff
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 9, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$35K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Saperstein
- Screenplay & Story
- David Saperstein
- Original Score
- John Barry
- Original Title
- A Killing Affair
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Worldwide Gross
- $35K
- Production Studios
- Tomorrow Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Saperstein
David Saperstein, Robert Houston
John Barry
Dominique Chapuis
Patrick McMahon
Michael Rauch, Peter R. McIntosh, John D. Backe, Myron A. Hyman
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Rauch
Producer
David Saperstein
Director
David Saperstein
Screenplay
Dominique Chapuis
Director of Photography
John Barry
Original Music Composer
Patrick McMahon
Editor
Peter R. McIntosh
Producer
Elisabeth Seley
Costume Design
John Jay Moore
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Killing Affair
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Killing Affair about?
Peter Weller stars as Baton Morris, a drifter suspected of murder, in this crime drama. A widow (Kathy Baker) living in West Virginia takes in the man (Weller) whom she believes murdered her husband. As she spends more time with him, she begins to fall for him, but continues to question whether or not she can trust him. Directed by David Saperstein and based on a novel by Robert Houston, A Killing Affair features twists and turns up until the end.
Who directed A Killing Affair?
A Killing Affair was directed by David Saperstein.
Who stars in A Killing Affair?
The principal cast of A Killing Affair includes Peter Weller, Kathy Baker, John Glover, Rhetta Hughes, Amy Fields.
When was A Killing Affair released and how long is it?
A Killing Affair was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
How much did A Killing Affair make at the box office?
A Killing Affair grossed $35K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for A Killing Affair?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Killing Affair was composed by John Barry.
Is A Killing Affair based on a book or true story?
A Killing Affair is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Robert Houston".
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Killing Affair?
A Killing Affair holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).