Kiss Kiss Bang Bang Comedy Thriller

Get ready to experience a unique blend of comedy, crime, and mystery with Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, a film that has gained a cult following over the years. With its witty dialogue and charismatic cast, this movie is sure to keep you entertained from start to finish.

Dir: Shane Black

Cast: Robert Downey Jr., Val Kilmer, Michelle Monaghan, Corbin Bernsen, Dash Mihok, Larry Miller, Rockmond Dunbar, Shannyn Sossamon

103 mins · 2005 · United States of America · Cert 15 · English

IMDb 7.4/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 86% · Metacritic 73/100 · TMDB 7.2/10 · Trakt 75%

Awards: 5 wins & 16 nominations total

Kiss Kiss Bang Bang

4 Dec 2026

Showcase Cinema de Lux Bluewater (Greenhithe)

Are you in the mood for a movie that combines comedy, crime, and mystery in a way that will keep you on the edge of your seat? If so, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang is the perfect choice. This 2005 American neo-noir black comedy crime film, written and directed by Shane Black, tells the story of a petty thief who poses as an actor and finds himself in the middle of a murder investigation. With a talented cast, including Robert Downey Jr., Val Kilmer, and Michelle Monaghan, this film is a must-see for fans of the genre.

The film has received widespread critical acclaim, with scores of 7.4/10 on IMDb, 86% on Rotten Tomatoes, 73/100 on Metacritic, 7.2/10 on TMDB, and 75% on Trakt. It has also won several awards, including the "Overlooked Film of the Year" award at the 2005 Phoenix Film Critics Society and "Best Thriller" at the 2006 Empire magazine awards. Viewers have praised the film for its funny story, clever writing, and excellent acting, with many considering it one of the most fun movies they've seen in a while.

Kiss Kiss Bang Bang is a unique film that blends different genres to create a thrilling and hilarious ride. The script is partially based on the Brett Halliday novel Bodies Are Where You Find Them and interprets the classic hardboiled literary genre in a tongue-in-cheek fashion. With its witty dialogue and charismatic cast, this movie is sure to keep you entertained from start to finish. The film's runtime is 1 hour 42 minutes, and it is rated 15 for strong language.

The film will be screened at the Showcase Cinema de Lux Bluewater in Greenhithe on Friday, 4 December 2026. Tickets are with the button beside the article. Don't wait to experience this cult classic on the big screen - get your tickets now and enjoy a night of comedy, crime, and mystery.

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What viewers say

Milo123 · 9/10

This film is easily one of the most fun movies that I've seen in a while. So good!

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StoreGal · 9/10

So, I suppose I should start giving reviews on every show/movie I binge/watch/have watched. Not really gonna do every episode because I'm not fucking suicidal. Don't expect anything like, in depth though. I'm no reviewer. ANYWAYS, while this film is still fresh, I suppose I should give my thoughts on it first and foremost. Kiss Kiss Bang Bang is such a great film to kinda to just kinda sit back and enjoy. It's extremely funny, some of the…

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Digital_Phreaker · 10/10

I remember buying this blind from a Walmart bargain bin back in 2006 for like $5, just because I hadn't seen RDJ in a _long_ time. Became an instant favorite of mine that evening, and I'll rewatch it several times a year when I need something light and fun. Now on to the spiritual successor: The Nice Guys. EDIT: Oh, if you love this movie, do yourself a favor and get it on DVD or Blu-ray, because the commentary with Downey, Kilmer, and Black is…

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JeanRausseo · 8/10

Great movie, didn't knew about this one and it turned out to be great, funny, fast, intriguing, and Michelle Monaghan mamacita.

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MajorMercyFlush · 8/10

This film is a joy to watch. For me it's the film that brought RDjr back to us. It also gave us Val Kilmer back after a long time in the wilderness alas he forgot his compass afterwards, though he is fun in MacGruber :) The script is tight and with sharp wit, the acting top notch. Must see.

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someonestolemyoreo · 7/10

Funny as hell, even though it was frankly kinda hard to follow so I'll have to rewatch it at some point when I'm not totally tired lol. I do feel like the Nice Guys is kind of the better sibling of this movie, they do have quite some similarities. Both funny in their own ways, this one has just aged badly in some ways.

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johndrinkwater · 8/10

Nice film… I really like. Film Noir at its best, nearly. Love the OTT narration, Robert Downey Jr. really plays his character well (or his usual persona comes through), a jobless bum stealing from houses and shops until one day he bumps into a screentest, and fancies himself an actor. He then, at the chance to score with a hottie, pretends to be a private detective. Michelle Monaghan rocks as his dream girl, playing the girl that somehow reminds…

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mickeybeachjr · 9/10

RDJ is so good at smoking cigarettes and getting his ass kicked. Val Kilmer’s smart guy was fun. And oh my goodness, Michelle Monaghan.

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