A widowed architect’s night of passion spirals into a deadly frame-up in the heart of Montreal.
BACK STAB
Last night he fell in love with her. Today he's being framed for murder. Only she could save him... And she has disappeared.
A man is seduced by a stranger and awakens to a corpse.
Quick Answer
Back Stab is a 1990 Canadian crime thriller directed by Jimmy Kaufman about a widowed architect who is seduced by a stranger and wakes up to find himself framed for murder.
Programmer's Pick
James Brolin’s Cliff Murphy can’t catch a break—first grief, then a femme fatale, and now he’s Montreal’s most wanted architect. If you crave your thrillers with a side of adultery and corporate intrigue, Back Stab serves it cold.
— SassyFlix Programmer
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Why Cult
Set against the backdrop of Montreal, the film uses its Canadian locale to layer atmosphere and intrigue into the classic crime thriller formula.
The central hook is a protagonist ensnared in a murder plot after a night with a mysterious woman—a premise that keeps the tension simmering.
James Brolin’s Cliff Murphy isn’t your typical action lead—his grief and vulnerability make the setup more compelling.
From car trysts to courtroom showdowns, the film blends psychological thrills with a taste of Montreal’s social scene.
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Threat File
A seduction by a stranger
Framing an innocent man for murder
Protagonist is pursued by law and must prove his innocence
Montreal, Canada
Questions from the Vault
When was Back Stab released? +
Back Stab was released in 1990.
Who directed Back Stab? +
Back Stab was directed by Jimmy Kaufman.
How long is Back Stab? +
Back Stab has a runtime of 91 minutes.
What genre is Back Stab? +
Back Stab is a crime thriller.
Where can I watch Back Stab? +
Back Stab is available to stream on SassyFlix.
