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Executioner

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A high profile politician foils a blackmail plot and devises a shocking plan for retribution. Based on the hit play "Deadlock."
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Cath Clarke Guardian Jul 1
2/5
The whole thing has clearly been put together on a tiny budget, and in truth has the feel of a filmed recording of a play more than an actual movie. Go to Full Review
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Clarisse E @Clarisse629 1d I was hooked from beginning to end. A very well written screenplay, with lots of puns and poetic references. Quite comedic at times despite the dark nature of the story. The plot twists are well distributed and interesting. Overall, this is a must see thriller. I highly recommend watching it! See more Petronius B @Malvolio 2d Highly recommended by a friend, I wasn't sure about watching a film shot in one room but within minutes I realised why it never went outside. The location was incredibly atmospheric and the sealed door only added to the suspense. The references to other classic thrillers are pretty clever and the blend of pitch dark comedy and not so much 'whodunit' as 'has he done it' weaves through a truly fiendish battle of wits between the characters. Several times I felt smug about guessing what would come next, only to have the rug pulled from under me. The design is terrifically detailed and the cinematography incredibly impressive for a low budget indie. Although I only knew Christina Cole from SUITS, the rest of the cast are great. Peter Benedict in the lead role is simultaneously hilarious and frightening and I think Christian Greenway as his bodyguard is a star in the making. I don't know how it's possible for two people to direct one film but it worked. See more Jamie H @Jamie47 6d Great humor and comic timing for a horror film (a lot of laugh out loud moments and some good shock-horror surprises). Fun plot if you like your politicians a bit (understatement!) on the sinister side. Worth watching on a bigger-than-phone screen as the detail in the sets is superb! Well worth a watch. See more Adam N @RT75898258 6d Executioner is an extremely well crafted film, full of gothic horror and twisted plot lines. Production wise it also punches way above its budget. Peter Benedict is deliciously creepy in another highly accomplished performance from this talented actor. The supporting cast are also excellent. If you don't mind sitting on the edge of your seat this is the film for you! See more Rob H @Robbie411 6d Great film, loved the twisting See more Frederick R @Despard Jul 9 I saw this at Southend Film Festival and had the same reaction as the rest of the 200 strong audience. Alternating laugh out loud moments with gasp inducing twists, this is a rollercoaster of a thriller. If you like your humour dark and think you can keep up with the devious mind games played by the central character then this is for you. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis A high profile politician foils a blackmail plot and devises a shocking plan for retribution. Based on the hit play "Deadlock."
Director
William Willoughby, Peter Benedict
Producer
William Willoughby, Peter Benedict
Screenwriter
Peter Benedict
Distributor
Reel2Reel Films
Production Co
Lovebomb Pictures
Genre
Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Jul 6, 2026
Runtime
1h 47m