Intent to Kill
Synopsis
While resisting pressure from his upper-class wife to take a higher-paying job in London, a Montreal physician prepares to carry out brain surgery on a Latin American president. They don't suspect that a trio of assassins is also waiting, for their chance to carry out a political assassination on the operating table.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 31, 1959
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Cardiff
- Screenplay & Story
- Jimmy Sangster
- Original Score
- Kenneth V. Jones
- Original Title
- Intent to Kill
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Zonic Productions, 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Cardiff
Jimmy Sangster, Michael Bryan
Kenneth V. Jones
Desmond Dickinson
Tom Simpson
Adrian D. Worker
Department Leadership Roster
Jimmy Sangster
Screenplay
Jack Cardiff
Director
Adrian D. Worker
Producer
Tom Simpson
Editor
Desmond Dickinson
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Intent to Kill
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What is Intent to Kill about?
While resisting pressure from his upper-class wife to take a higher-paying job in London, a Montreal physician prepares to carry out brain surgery on a Latin American president. They don't suspect that a trio of assassins is also waiting, for their chance to carry out a political assassination on the operating table.
Who directed Intent to Kill?
Intent to Kill was directed by Jack Cardiff.
Who stars in Intent to Kill?
The principal cast of Intent to Kill includes Richard Todd, Betsy Drake, Herbert Lom, Warren Stevens, Carlo Giustini.
When was Intent to Kill released and how long is it?
Intent to Kill was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Intent to Kill?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Intent to Kill was composed by Kenneth V. Jones.
Is Intent to Kill based on a book or true story?
Intent to Kill is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Michael Bryan".