Killing Reagan

Killing Reagan

Directed by Rod Lurie

Produced by Scott Free Productions, National Geographic

2016100 min6.5 / 10

A historical drama that traces the parallel trajectories of Reagan's political ascent and Hinckley's psychological unraveling toward their violent collision in 1981.

Killing Reagan explores the events surrounding the assassination attempt on president Ronald Reagan by John Hinckley Jr. Based on the best-selling book, the film begins in the final months leading up to the 1980 presidential election, and explores the challenges Reagan faced to define himself as a leader. Meanwhile, an aimless and deranged Hinckley is unraveling, leading to the fateful day in March 1981 when these disparate figures collided.

Questions people ask

  • Does Killing Reagan end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 63% of films.

  • Is Killing Reagan scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.

  • Is Killing Reagan sad? Somewhat. More sad than 61% of films.

  • Is Killing Reagan easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.

  • Is Killing Reagan violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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49/ 100

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Familiar shape, done well.

Rarity49

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Surprise54

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Love45

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