Memoir of a Murderer (2017)
Kernel Score: 82% · 365 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller
Released: 2017-09-07
Runtime: 118 minutes
Where to watch Memoir of a Murderer
- Stream: Prime Video
- Free with ads: Hoopla, Fawesome, YOW.tv, The Roku Channel, 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 former serial killer with Alzheimer's fights to protect his daughter from her mysterious boyfriend who may be a serial killer too.
Memoir of a Murderer parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Memoir of a Murderer is an R-rated thriller about a former serial killer with dementia trying to protect his daughter.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Serial killer themes and thriller tension involve implied and depicted violence.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Won Shin-yun
Cast
- Sul Kyung-gu as Byung-su
- Kim Nam-gil as Tae-ju
- Kim Seol-hyun as Eun-hee
- Oh Dal-su as Byung-man
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- Jo Jae-yun as Doctor
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Memoir of a Murderer FAQ
Is Memoir of a Murderer good?
Memoir of a Murderer has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 365 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Memoir of a Murderer?
In the US you can stream Memoir of a Murderer on Prime Video, watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fawesome, YOW.tv, The Roku Channel and Plex and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Memoir of a Murderer OK for kids?
Memoir of a Murderer is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Memoir of a Murderer is an R-rated thriller about a former serial killer with dementia trying to protect his daughter.
What movies are like Memoir of a Murderer?
If you liked Memoir of a Murderer, try Sleeping Dogs, The Killer, 10 Rillington Place and The Whisper Man.