Kiss of Death (1947): Cast, Plot & Where to Watch
Kiss of Death is a 1947 crime thriller directed by Henry Hathaway, starring Victor Mature as Nick Bianco, Brian Donlevy and Mel Ruick. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes. Stream it on Mometu and Plex.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 39m (99 min)
- Director
- Henry Hathaway
- Original language
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English - Studio
- 20th Century Fox
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Kiss of Death About?
The premise of Kiss of Death without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
From her lips there is no escape! An ex-con trying to go straight must face a crazed criminal out for revenge.
Kiss of Death Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- death of wife
- father daughter reunion
- district attorney
- psychopath
- murder
- jewelry robbery
- bound and gagged
- fabric factory
- obituary
- prison visit
- shot multiple times
- parolee
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- plea bargain
- new identity
- hitman
- threat
- knocked unconscious
- sociopath
- sadist
- sadistic psychopath
- psychotic
- killer
- man knocked unconscious
- attorney
- calling someone a stoolie
- woman in a wheelchair
- jewel heist
- murder of a woman
- threatened
- second wife
- mutual threats
- sleepless
- wounded robber
- witness for the prosecution
- police officer shoots at a suspect
- mob lawyer
- suspect wounded by gunshot
- prison
- jewelry store robbery
- husband wife relationship
- boxing match
- father daughter relationship
- opening narration
- new york city
- restaurant
- evil laughter
- release from prison
- informer
- ex convict
- 1940s
Where to Watch Kiss of Death
Stream it on Mometu and Plex. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Kiss of Death Cast & Characters
Victor Mature leads the cast as Nick Bianco, with Brian Donlevy as Assistant D.A. Louis D'Angelo and Mel Ruick as Moremann's Assistant (uncredited). Directed by Henry Hathaway; 74 actors are credited in all.
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Director Henry Hathaway
- Victor Mature as Nick Bianco
- Brian Donlevy as Assistant D.A. Louis D'Angelo
- Mel Ruick as Moremann's Assistant (uncredited)
- Taylor Holmes as Earl Howser
Also Starring in Kiss of Death
· 70 more- Bill Zuckert Sing Sing Guard (uncredited)
- Coleen Gray Nettie Cavallo
- Richard Widmark Tommy Udo
- Tito Vuolo Luigi (uncredited)
- Karl Malden Sgt. William Cullen
- Jesse White Taxi Driver (uncredited)
- Mildred Dunnock Mrs. Rizzo (uncredited)
- Harry Bellaver Bull Weed (uncredited)
- Harry Carter Detective (uncredited)
- Bernard Sell Policeman (uncredited)
- Robert Adler Detective (uncredited)
- John Marley Convict (uncredited)
- Frank De Kova Con Library (uncredited)
- Perc Launders Lieutenant (uncredited)
- Robert Karnes Tommy's Henchman (uncredited)
- Stephen Roberts Guard (uncredited)
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- Millard Mitchell Detective (uncredited)
- Alexander Campbell Train Conductor (uncredited)
- Gregg Martell Guard (uncredited)
- Jack Rutherford Policeman (uncredited)
- Howard Smith Warden
- Carl Milletaire Customer (uncredited)
- William O'Leary Policeman (uncredited)
- Harry Landers Convict (uncredited)
- Susan Cabot Restaurant Patron (uncredited)
- David Fresco Waiter (uncredited)
- Dort Clark Man in Car (uncredited)
- Nina Borget Cashier (uncredited)
- Anthony Ross 'Big Ed' Williams (uncredited)
- Harold Gary Doorman (uncredited)
- Norman McKay Capt. Dolan (uncredited)
- Charles McClelland Detective (uncredited)
- Yvonne Rob Customer (uncredited)
- John Kullers Prisoner (uncredited)
- Harry Cooke Taxi Driver (uncredited)
- Pat Malone Policeman (uncredited)
- Milton Wallace
- Richard Taber Taxi Driver (uncredited)
- Wendell K. Phillips Tony 'Pep' Mangone (uncredited)
- Victor Thorley Sing Sing Guard (uncredited)
- J. Scott Smart
- Iris Mann Congetta (uncredited)
- Eda Heinemann Mrs. Keller (uncredited)
- Eva Condon Nun at Orphanage (uncredited)
- Lou Herbert Policeman (uncredited)
- A. George Smith Policeman (uncredited)
- Rollin Bauer Sing Sing Guard (uncredited)
- Dennis Bohan Guard (uncredited)
- Harold Crane Mr. Moremann (uncredited)
- James Doody Sing Sing Guard (uncredited)
- Arthur Foran Jr. Sing Sing Guard (uncredited)
- Don Giovanni Tommy's Henchman (uncredited)
- James Charles J.C. Heard Jazz Drummer (uncredited)
- Marilee Grassini Rosaria (uncredited)
- Herbert Holcombe City Jail Guard (uncredited)
- Arthur Holland Policeman (uncredited)
- Harry Kadison Policeman (uncredited)
- Ronald King Larry Young (uncredited)
- Arthur Kramer Mr. Sulla (uncredited)
- Franklyn Lenthall Man (uncredited)
- Paul Lilly City Jail Guard (uncredited)
- Richard Midgley Guard (uncredited)
- Mary Morrison Mother Superior (uncredited)
- Consuela O'Connor Girl (uncredited)
- Gloria O'Connor Girl (uncredited)
- Lee Sanford Chips Cooney (uncredited)
- George Shelton Waiter (uncredited)
- Irene Shirley Nun (uncredited)
- John Stearns Harris (uncredited)
- Lawrence Tiernan Policeman (uncredited)
Kiss of Death Plot Summary
What happens in Kiss of Death from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
On Christmas Eve, a down-on-his-luck ex-convict Nick Bianco [Victor Mature] and three colleagues pull off a jewelry-store heist. They get away for a moment, but the injured proprietor hits the silent alarm, turning a quick score into a desperate scramble. In the chaos, Nick strikes a police officer and is wounded and arrested, beginning a case that will ripple through his life.
Full summary
The whole story of Kiss of Death, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Kiss of Death?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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Which actor portrays the psychopathic killer Tommy Udo?
Cars in Kiss of Death
14 cars on screen, including the 1942 Lincoln Custom and the 1936 Cadillac.
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1942 Lincoln Custom Important role -
1936 Cadillac Minor role -
1941 Checker Model A Minor role -
1940 Chrysler unknown Minor role
Kiss of Death Also Known As
14 alternative titles, including “Der Todeskuß” and “Il bacio della morte”.
- Also known as
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- Der Todeskuß
- Il bacio della morte
- Le Carrefour de la mort
- Der Todeskuss
- El beso de la muerte
- Поцелуй смерти
- Поцілунок смерті
- 死吻
- O Beijo da Morte
- 이중노출
- Pocałunek śmierci
- Dødskysset
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- 死の接吻
- Angivaren
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Kiss of Death FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of Kiss of Death, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Kiss of Death?
Kiss of Death runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).
When was Kiss of Death released?
Kiss of Death was released on August 13, 1947.
Who directed Kiss of Death?
Kiss of Death was directed by Henry Hathaway.
More films by Henry Hathaway Who is in the cast of Kiss of Death?
Kiss of Death stars Victor Mature as Nick Bianco, Brian Donlevy as Assistant D.A. Louis D'Angelo and Mel Ruick as Moremann's Assistant (uncredited), among 74 credited actors.
Where can I watch Kiss of Death?
In the US, Kiss of Death is streaming on Mometu and Plex (availability from JustWatch).
Does Kiss of Death have a post-credit scene?
No. Kiss of Death has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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