When was KILL released in the US?

KILL opened in US theaters on 4 July 2024 with an R rating. It had earlier festival screenings at Fantastic Fest (24 September 2023) and Tribeca (13 June 2024). The digital release followed on 23 July 2024 and the physical release on 10 September 2024.

Where can I watch KILL in the US?

As of 24 October 2026, TMDB/JustWatch data lists KILL as streaming on Hulu. You can also rent it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Plex. It is available to buy on most of those stores, except Plex.

Who is in the cast of KILL?

Lakshya stars as Amrit Rathod, alongside Raghav Juyal as Fani, Tanya Maniktala as Tulika Singh and Ashish Vidhyarthi as Beni. Abhishek Chauhan, Harsh Chhaya and Adrija Sinha are also in the cast.

An army commando boards a New Delhi-bound train to stop the arranged marriage of the woman he loves. When armed robbers attack the passengers, he has to fight them off inside the moving train.

How long is KILL and what language is it in?

KILL runs 105 minutes. It is an Indian film in Hindi, with some English dialogue.

KILL (2024): Plot, Cast, Release Date & Where to Watch

KILL Plot Summary (No Spoilers)

KILL is a high-octane Indian action thriller that unfolds almost entirely on a train bound for New Delhi. Amrit Rathod, played by Lakshya, is an army commando whose personal life is in turmoil. Tulika Singh (Tanya Maniktala), the woman he loves, has been promised in marriage to someone else, and the match is not her choice. Determined to stop the wedding before it happens, Amrit boards the same overnight train as Tulika and her family.

His plan for a quiet intervention soon falls apart. A gang of armed robbers armed with blades takes over the carriages and begins targeting the passengers. In the narrow corridors and cramped compartments, Amrit becomes the only real line of defence, confronting the attackers one at a time as the journey goes on.

The set-up combines a love story with a train robbery thriller and a one-man-army action film. It uses the confined space of a moving train to drive a story about protection, loyalty and survival. As the tagline puts it: “The end of the line starts here.”

KILL — Mood illustration, not a still from the film — Mood illustration, not a still from the film

What Makes KILL Notable

Director and writer: Nikhil Nagesh Bhat wrote and directed the film.
Cast: Lakshya leads as Amrit Rathod. Raghav Juyal plays Fani, Tanya Maniktala plays Tulika Singh and Ashish Vidhyarthi plays Beni. The supporting cast includes Abhishek Chauhan as Viresh Chatwal / Bhukhan, Harsh Chhaya as Baldeo Singh Thakur, Adrija Sinha as Aahaana, Meenal Kapoor as Tulika’s mother, Madhu Raja as Tulika’s grandmother (Dadi) and Arun Thakur as the groom, Jass Pratap Singh.
Production: The film is an Indian production from Sikhya Entertainment and Dharma Productions. It is in Hindi, with some English dialogue.
Genre: KILL is an action, crime and thriller film with a compact 105-minute runtime and a single, confined setting.
Festival run: In the US, the film premiered at Fantastic Fest in September 2023. It later screened at the Tribeca Film Festival in June 2024, before its theatrical release.
Rating: The film is rated R in the US, so expect intense, aggressive action.

If you are searching for a KILL review, use this guide for the key facts before you watch. Audience scores appear separately on this page as the Drama4U Score.

Who Will Enjoy KILL

Fans of relentless, close-quarters action and “one man army” stories
Viewers who like thrillers set in a single location, especially on trains
Audiences curious about modern Hindi-language genre cinema beyond typical Bollywood formulas
Anyone who wants a tight, fast-paced film under two hours
Viewers comfortable with R-rated violence

KILL Release Date & Where to Watch (US)

Release dates in the US:

Fantastic Fest premiere: 24 September 2023
Tribeca Film Festival screening: 13 June 2024
Theatrical release: 4 July 2024 (rated R)
Digital release: 23 July 2024
Physical release: 10 September 2024

The worldwide release date is listed as 3 July 2024.

Where to watch: As of 24 October 2026, TMDB/JustWatch data lists KILL as streaming on Hulu in the US.

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Plex
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home

A trailer is available. Availability can change, so check your preferred platform for the latest options.

Trailer

Cast

Lakshyaas Amrit Rathod
Raghav Juyalas FaniSee credits →
Tanya Maniktalaas Tulika Singh
Ashish Vidhyarthias Beni
Abhishek Chauhanas Viresh Chatwal / Bhukhan
Harsh Chhayaas Baldeo Singh Thakur
Adrija Sinhaas Aahaana
Meenal Kapooras Tulika's Mother

Photo: TMDB

FAQ

When was KILL released in the US?: KILL opened in US theaters on 4 July 2024 with an R rating. It had earlier festival screenings at Fantastic Fest (24 September 2023) and Tribeca (13 June 2024). The digital release followed on 23 July 2024 and the physical release on 10 September 2024.
Where can I watch KILL in the US?: As of 24 October 2026, TMDB/JustWatch data lists KILL as streaming on Hulu. You can also rent it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Plex. It is available to buy on most of those stores, except Plex.
Who is in the cast of KILL?: Lakshya stars as Amrit Rathod, alongside Raghav Juyal as Fani, Tanya Maniktala as Tulika Singh and Ashish Vidhyarthi as Beni. Abhishek Chauhan, Harsh Chhaya and Adrija Sinha are also in the cast.
What is KILL about?: An army commando boards a New Delhi-bound train to stop the arranged marriage of the woman he loves. When armed robbers attack the passengers, he has to fight them off inside the moving train.
How long is KILL and what language is it in?: KILL runs 105 minutes. It is an Indian film in Hindi, with some English dialogue.

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