Knox Goes Away (2024)
Kernel Score: 77% · 469 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Action, Crime, Thriller
Released: 2024-03-15
Runtime: 114 minutes
Where to watch Knox Goes Away
- Stream: Cinemax Apple TV channel
- Free with ads: Plex
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A contract killer, after being diagnosed with a fast-moving form of dementia, is presented with the opportunity to redeem himself by saving the life of his estranged adult son. But to do so, he must race against the police closing in on him as well as the ticking clock of his own rapidly deteriorating mind.
Knox Goes Away parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Knox Goes Away is an R-rated crime thriller about a contract killer with dementia trying to protect his estranged son from police.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Contract killer plot involves murder, police pursuit, and violent confrontations typical of a crime thriller.
- Language: Moderate — R rating for a crime thriller of this type typically includes strong profanity.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: A little — No explicit substance use flagged, but genre and R rating suggest possible incidental drinking.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Knox Goes Away
If you liked Knox Goes Away, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- The Accountant² (2025) — 79%
- Sleeping Dogs (2024) — 75%
- The Whisper Man (2026) — 49%
Director
Cast
- Michael Keaton as John Knox
- Al Pacino as Xavier Crane
- Marcia Gay Harden as Ruby Knox
- James Marsden as Miles Knox
- Suzy Nakamura as Detective Emily Ikari
- Joanna Kulig as Annie
- Ray McKinnon as Thomas Muncie
- John Hoogenakker as Detective Rale
- Lela Loren as Cheryl Knox
- Morgan Bastin as Kaylee Knox
Knox Goes Away FAQ
Is Knox Goes Away good?
Knox Goes Away has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 469 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Knox Goes Away?
In the US you can stream Knox Goes Away on Cinemax Apple TV channel, watch it free with ads on Plex and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Knox Goes Away OK for kids?
Knox Goes Away is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Knox Goes Away is an R-rated crime thriller about a contract killer with dementia trying to protect his estranged son from police.
What movies are like Knox Goes Away?
If you liked Knox Goes Away, try The Accountant², Sleeping Dogs and The Whisper Man.