The Killing Jar Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Amy Renner

Last modified: Jan. 1, 2011

The Killing Jar

Release Date: Friday, March 19, 2010 Limited

Director: Mark Young

Starring: Michael Madsen • Harold Perrineau • Amber Benson • Danny Trejo

R Suspense N/A

2.83 / 5.0

53% WILL SEE 47% WON'T SEE

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: Seven people are passing time one late evening at a small roadside diner in the middle of nowhere. Among them are Noreen (Amber Benson), a waitress trapped in a loveless marriage; John (Harold Perrineau), a melancholy salesman; Hank (Kevin Gage), a quiet with a secret; Lonnie (Lew Temple), a small-town cop; and Jimmy (Danny Trejo), the ill-tempered owner.

When a radio reports the disturbing murders of a family in a nearby county, the patrons immediately suspect new arrival Doe (Michael Madsen) as the killer. A bloody confrontation ensues, and the patrons become hostages as the troubled Doe decides their fates. As secrets are revealed, the desperate survivors slowly realize that one of the hostages may be even more dangerous than their captor.

Suspense Thriller

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Who stars in The Killing Jar – Cast List

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Michael Madsen
Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair , Resurrection Road
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Harold Perrineau
Snitch, Cold Brook
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Amber Benson
Danny Trejo
Minions: The Rise of Gru, Muppets Most Wanted

Who is making The Killing Jar – Crew List

A look at The Killing Jar behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Mark Young last helmed Limbo and The Least Among You. The film's writer Mark Young last penned Limbo and The Least Among You.

Director: Mark Young
Screenwriter: Mark Young

Studio: New Films International
Production Companies: —

Production – What we know about the The Killing Jar

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Feb 2010

Completed

Changed The Killing Jar movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: R Restricted for strong bloody violence, and for language
Runtime: N/A
Tagline: Not available
Also known as: Not available
Language: English

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The Killing Jar Release Date: When was the film released?

The Killing Jar was released in limited movie theaters on Friday, March 19 , 2010. There were 11 11 other movies released on the same date, including Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Repo Men and The Bounty Hunter. As a limited release, The Killing Jar was shown in select movie theaters in major markets.