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The Killer

What is the killer?

· Emily Grant

Key facts

Title The Killer[1]
Year 2023[2]
Director David Fincher[2]
Star Michael Fassbender[2]
Genre Action thriller[2]
Release date November 10, 2023[3]

The Killer is a 2023 American action thriller film directed by David Fincher, starring Michael Fassbender as an assassin who hunts for retribution after a hit goes wrong. It is based on a French graphic novel series and was released on Netflix and in select theaters on November 10, 2023.

Context

The Killer is a 2023 American action thriller directed by David Fincher, starring Michael Fassbender as an assassin who goes on an international hunt for retribution after a hit goes wrong [2]. The film is an adaptation of a French graphic novel series published in 1998 [5]. It was released on Netflix and in select theaters on November 10, 2023 [3]. Unlike a traditional serial killer, the protagonist is a professional assassin whose story focuses on his methodical process and the consequences of a near-miss [5].

Documented claims

  • The Killer is based on a French graphic novel series published in 1998. [5]
  • The film was released on Netflix and in select theaters. [3]

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Questions and answers

Is The Killer worth watching?

Yes, it is a well-crafted thriller with strong performances and a fresh take on the assassin genre [4].

Is The Killer on Netflix boring?

No, it is a tense and methodical film that keeps viewers engaged through its detailed storytelling [4].

Is The Killer flop or hit?

It topped Netflix streaming charts shortly after release, indicating strong viewership [3].

Is The Killer a good movie on Netflix?

Yes, it is praised for its direction, acting, and unique approach to the assassin genre [4].

Sources

  1. Watch The Killer | Netflix Official Site — netflix.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  2. The Killer (2023) - IMDb — imdb.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  3. 'The Killer' tops Netflix streaming charts: What to know about David Fincher and Michael Fassbender's new thriller — yahoo.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  4. ‘The Killer' strikes its target, firing up a fresh spin on an assassin's off day — cnn.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)
  5. The Killer movie review & film summary (2023) — rogerebert.com (retrieved August 3, 2026)

Sources last checked August 3, 2026. · More in Entertainment