Penn & Teller Get Killed(1989)
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Penn & Teller Get Killed Synopsis
The "bad boys of magic" go over the edge in this mind-blowing, role-switching comedy murder mystery set in the dizzying world of Atlantic City casinos. In a TV interview, Penn mentions his idea of a fun practical joke: "I wish someone were trying to kill me. It would give focus to my life, excitement. I'd be like James Bond." Twenty million people hear him. One decides to deliver a punchline he'll never forget. Made by people who thought Psycho was a comedy, Penn & Teller Get Killed (they also wrote the piece) features Caitlin Clarke as the femme fatale and David Patrick Kelly as the Edgar Allan Poe-esque nutcase with a new mission. Arthur Penn, known for hip masterpieces like Bonnie and Clyde, Alice's Restaurant and Little Big Man, directs with roller-coaster pacing and subversive intelligence.
Penn & Teller Get Killed (1989) is a comedy film directed by Arthur Penn, released on September 22, 1989 with a runtime of 1h 29m. It stars Penn Jillette, Teller, Caitlin Clarke and David Patrick Kelly. Viewers rate it 5.6 out of 10 across 38 ratings.
- Director:
- Arthur Penn
- Writers:
- Penn Jillette, Teller
- Producers:
- Arthur Penn
- Cinematographer:
- Jan Weincke
- Composer:
- Paul Chihara
- Production:
- Lorimar Film Entertainment
- Status:
- Released
Penn & Teller Get Killed (1989) Trailer
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Penn & Teller Get Killed Cast & Crew
Main cast
Penn Jillette
as Self
Teller
as Self
Caitlin Clarke
as Carlotta / Celia McGuire
David Patrick Kelly
as Fan
Leonardo Cimino
as Ernesto
- Celia McGuire
Celia McGuire
as Officer McNamara
- Bill Randolph
Bill Randolph
as Floor Director
- John Miller
John Miller
as Steve, the Bandleader
- Ellen Whyte
Ellen Whyte
as Make-up Woman
Ted Neustadt
as Bob, the Host
- Tudor Sherrard
Tudor Sherrard
as Frat Boy #1
Billy Morrissette
as Frat Boy #2
Key crew
Directed by Arthur Penn, written by Penn Jillette and Teller, produced by Arthur Penn.
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Penn & Teller Get Killed Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.6/10 from 38 ratings.
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Penn & Teller Get Killed – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Penn & Teller Get Killed online?
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Penn & Teller Get Killed (1989) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Penn & Teller Get Killed?
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The main cast of Penn & Teller Get Killed (1989) includes Penn Jillette, Teller, Caitlin Clarke, David Patrick Kelly and Leonardo Cimino. The film was directed by Arthur Penn. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Penn & Teller Get Killed released?
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Penn & Teller Get Killed was released on September 22, 1989 and runs for 1h 29m.
Is Penn & Teller Get Killed worth watching?
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Penn & Teller Get Killed (1989) holds an average rating of 5.6 out of 10 from 38 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Penn & Teller Get Killed?
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