Righteous Kill 2008
"Most people respect the badge. Everybody respects the gun."
Righteous Kill (2008) dives into the gritty underbelly of New York City, where two hardened detectives—veterans of countless cases—find themselves chasing shadows when a chilling murder echoes one from their past.
Director: Jon Avnet
Cast
Robert De Niro
Turk
Al Pacino
Rooster
50 Cent
Spider
Carla Gugino
Karen Corelli
John Leguizamo
Det. Simon Perez
Donnie Wahlberg
Det. Ted Riley
Brian Dennehy
Hingis
Trilby Glover
Jessica
Saidah Arrika Ekulona
Gwen Darvis
Alan Rosenberg
Stein
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Righteous Kill (2008) about?
The film follows two veteran NYPD detectives as they investigate a new murder that eerily mirrors a case they closed years earlier. As they dig deeper, they question whether they've spent years punishing the wrong man—and whether a dangerous serial killer is now targeting them.
Who directed Righteous Kill?
Jon Avnet directed Righteous Kill (2008), bringing his experience in crime dramas to this tense police procedural.
Who stars in Righteous Kill?
The film stars screen legends Robert De Niro and Al Pacino, joined by Carla Gugino, John Leguizamo, Donnie Wahlberg, and rapper-turned-actor 50 Cent.
Is Righteous Kill (2008) worth watching?
While not a critical darling, Righteous Kill (2008) offers solid entertainment for fans of crime thrillers, thanks to its strong cast and compelling mystery. The chemistry between De Niro and Pacino alone makes it worth a watch, even if the plot occasionally stumbles.
How long is Righteous Kill?
Righteous Kill (2008) has a runtime of 101 minutes, or roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes.
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About Righteous Kill (2008) — A Gripping Crime Thriller with De Niro and Pacino
Righteous Kill (2008) dives into the gritty underbelly of New York City, where two hardened detectives—veterans of countless cases—find themselves chasing shadows when a chilling murder echoes one from their past. Directed by Jon Avnet, this crime thriller unfolds like a slow-burning storm, blending mystery with the raw tension of a city that never sleeps. With Robert De Niro and Al Pacino sharing the screen as the seasoned cops, the film crackles with the weight of their experience, questioning whether justice was ever truly served. The atmosphere is thick with doubt, as the detectives unpack clues that blur the lines between guilt and innocence, all while a shadowy killer watches from the periphery.
The story pivots on a haunting premise: did they lock away the wrong man years ago? As the body count rises, the detectives' partnership frays under the pressure of a case that refuses to stay closed. Featuring a stellar cast alongside 50 Cent and Carla Gugino, Righteous Kill (2008) delivers a tense, morally complex journey where the badge and the gun carry equal weight. Fans of sharp character studies and twist-driven thrillers won't want to miss this gripping tale of cops, killers, and the thin line between justice and vengeance.
