The Killers

In 'The Killers' (1946), two professional hit-men murder ex-prize fighter 'Swede' Andersen and steal his wallet. This prompts insurance investigator Reardon to delve into Swede's past, revealing a complex plot involving robbery, double-crossing, and love.

• Burt Lancaster's film debut.
• The film was Oscar nominated for Best Editing, Best Director and Best Screenplay.
• Inspired by Ernest Hemingway's short story of the same name.
• Deemed 'culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant' by the Library of Congress.
• Director Robert Siodmak's first film noir.

• Everybody dies sooner or later.
• I did something wrong...once.
• A man is what he is, Nick, and there's no breaking the mold.
• I did something wrong...once. That's what happened to me.
• I'm no good for anybody. This is the only thing to do.