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The Iceman

Play trailer Poster for The Iceman R Released May 3, 2013 1h 45m Mystery & Thriller Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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Hit man Richard Kuklinski (Michael Shannon) earns a well-deserved reputation as a cold-blooded killer but manages to keep his violent profession a secret from his wife (Winona Ryder) and children for years.
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While it deserved stronger direction and a more fully realized script, Michael Shannon's riveting performance in the title role is more than enough to make The Iceman recommended viewing.

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Wendy Ide The Times (UK) It’s hard to think of anyone better suited to playing a murderer with rage issues than the formidable-looking Michael Shannon. Sep 30, 2022 Full Review Candice Frederick Reel Talk Online Once again, Michael Shannon proves he's one of the most underrated actors in Hollywood with a performance so spellbinding you won't be able to take your eyes off him. Rated: B+ Sep 7, 2017 Full Review Larushka Ivan-Zadeh metro.co.uk It's a plum role for any actor and [Michael] Shannon's performance is Oscar-worthy. Rated: 3/5 Sep 5, 2017 Full Review David Bax Battleship Pretension Yes, Michael Shannon is great in The Iceman. Yet the fact remains that you can watch him be great in a whole lot of much better movies. Mar 4, 2021 Full Review Allen Almachar The MacGuffin In a vacuum, this is some of Shannon's finest work. It's unfortunate the film isn't as good as he is. Rated: B- Jul 27, 2020 Full Review Jim Ross TAKE ONE Magazine Who cares if the story makes sense, because Michael Shannon can carry it, right? He can, but only so far. Feb 13, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Oaklee D A great performance from Michael Shannon which is complemented well by the all star cast, give this a go if you're a fan of films such as Black Mass and Goodfellas. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 07/28/25 Full Review Chief B This movie about a guy that doesn't deserve to have a movie made about him. Also this movie is not accurate at all. I'm fine with that but don't claim it is. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 04/29/25 Full Review Audience Member Another perfect part for Michael Shannon. Cold blooded killer with a heart of gold for his family, Shannon takes you on a roller coaster ride from start to finish. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/19/25 Full Review Shawn R Absolutely riveting from start to finish! Michael Shannon is truly terrifying Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/09/24 Full Review Jason A Fairly accurate, great actors, and any omissions are certainly per the director's discretion. I am not sure the average public is ready to see a man, dying from cyanide, being choked via garotte and hidden under a bed. Thus it is one of many events omitted by the movie, but as a writer and embalmer for 23 years, there are details the average viewer could not withstand. A++ Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/25/24 Full Review Tyler G Michael Shannon acted his butt off in the entirety of this movie. Watching his expressionless demeanor as he does whatever it takes to support his family was cold and powerful. From the costume design to the killing scenes, this was a quality film. Ray Liota was great as well, despite playing a very stereotypical role. I would recommend this to anyone who's a fan of mob movies or ice cold killing rampages. This was a solid film that encourages you to challenge your own beliefs - what would you do in the same scenario? I am happy I watched this and I hope Michael Shannon gets more recognition for this film some day. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/05/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Ariel Vromen

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Michael Shannon

Richard Kuklinski

Winona Ryder

Deborah Pellicotti

James Franco

Marty

Ray Liotta

Roy Demeo

Chris Evans

Mr. Freezy

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Stephen Dorff as Joey Kuklinski in "The Iceman." Ray Liotta as Roy Demeo in "The Iceman." Chris Evans as Robert Pronge in "The Iceman." (L-R) Michael Shannon as Richard Kuklinski and Ray Liotta as Roy Demeo in "The Iceman." Michael Shannon as Richard Kuklinski in "The Iceman." (L-R) Chris Evans as Robert Pronge and Michael Shannon as Richard Kuklinski in "The Iceman." Winona Ryder as Deborah Kuklinski in "The Iceman." James Franco as Marty in "The Iceman." Chris Evans as Robert Pronge in "The Iceman." Ray Liotta as Roy Demeo in "The Iceman." View more photos

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Synopsis Hit man Richard Kuklinski (Michael Shannon) earns a well-deserved reputation as a cold-blooded killer but manages to keep his violent profession a secret from his wife (Winona Ryder) and children for years.
Director
Ariel Vromen
Producer
Avi Lerner, Ariel Vromen, Ehud Bleiberg
Screenwriter
Ariel Vromen, Morgan Land
Distributor
Millennium Entertainment
Production Co
Bleiberg Entertainment
Rating
R (Some Sexual Content|Pervasive Language|Strong Violence)
Genre
Mystery & Thriller, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 3, 2013, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
May 22, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA)
$1.9M
Runtime
1h 45m
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