The Postcard Killings 2020
In *The Postcard Killings (2020)*, directed by Danis Tanović, New York City detective Jacob Kanon (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) faces his darkest challenge yet after a personal tragedy leaves him adrift.
Director: Danis Tanović
Cast
Jeffrey Dean Morgan
Jacob Kanon
Famke Janssen
Valerie Kanon
Cush Jumbo
Dessie Lombard
Joachim Król
Inspector Klaus Bublitz
Steven Mackintosh
Detective Inspector Rupert Pierce
Naomi Battrick
Marina Haysmith / Sylvia Randolph
Ruairí O'Connor
Simon Haysmith / Mac Randolph
Denis O'Hare
Simon Haysmith
Eva Röse
Detective Sergeant Agneta Hoglund
Lukas Loughran
Detective Evert Ridderwall
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Postcard Killings (2020) about?
The film follows NYPD detective Jacob Kanon as he pursues a serial killer who leaves postcards at each murder scene across Europe. After suffering a devastating personal loss, Kanon becomes consumed by the case, determined to stop the killer before another victim falls. It's a story of vengeance, obsession, and the blurred line between justice and retribution.
Who directed The Postcard Killings?
Danis Tanović, an acclaimed director known for his work on powerful dramas like *No Man's Land* and *Tigers*, helmed *The Postcard Killings*.
Who stars in The Postcard Killings?
The film features Jeffrey Dean Morgan as Detective Jacob Kanon, Famke Janssen as journalist Megan Cross, along with Cush Jumbo, Joachim Król, and Steven Mackintosh.
Is The Postcard Killings (2020) worth watching?
While it didn't secure a strong IMDb rating, *The Postcard Killings* delivers a tense, atmospheric thriller with solid performances and a compelling mystery. Fans of slow-burn crime dramas and character-driven suspense will likely find it engaging, though it may not satisfy those seeking breakneck pacing.
How long is The Postcard Killings?
The runtime for *The Postcard Killings* is 101 minutes.
🎥 Trailer
About The Postcard Killings (2020) — A Detective's Obsessive Hunt for a Postcard-Sending Killer
In *The Postcard Killings (2020)*, directed by Danis Tanović, New York City detective Jacob Kanon (Jeffrey Dean Morgan) faces his darkest challenge yet after a personal tragedy leaves him adrift. When a chilling killer begins leaving elaborate, macabre murder scenes across Europe—each marked with a postcard—Kanon becomes obsessed with stopping the trail of bloodshed. With the help of journalist Megan Cross (Famke Janssen), he navigates a labyrinth of clues, though the killer's twisted motives remain maddeningly elusive. The film blends raw emotional intensity with the gripping suspense of a cat-and-mouse thriller, immersing viewers in a world where justice and vengeance blur.
As Kanon chases the killer from city to city, the story explores themes of grief, obsession, and the cost of unchecked pursuit. Tanović crafts a moody, atmospheric thriller that keeps tension simmering, while Janssen and Morgan deliver performances steeped in quiet desperation and steely determination. The Postcard Killings (2020) isn't just a crime drama—it's a haunting journey into the mind of both detective and criminal, where every clue could be a trap.
