Murder by Decree (1979)
Murder by Decree is a 1979 crime movie directed by Bob Clark, with a running time of 2h 4m. It stars Christopher Plummer, James Mason and David Hemmings.
Sherlock Holmes is drawn into the case of Jack the Ripper, who is killing prostitutes in London's East End. Assisted by Dr. Watson, and using information provided by a renowned psychic, Robert Lees, Holmes finds that the murders may have their roots in a Royal indiscretion and that a cover-up is being managed by politicians at the highest level, all of whom happen to be Masons.
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What is Murder by Decree about?
Sherlock Holmes is drawn into the case of Jack the Ripper, who is killing prostitutes in London's East End. Assisted by Dr. Watson, and using information provided by a renowned psychic, Robert Lees, Holmes finds that the murders may have their roots in a Royal indiscretion and that a cover-up is being managed by politicians at the highest level, all of whom happen to be Masons.
When was Murder by Decree released?
Murder by Decree was released on 1 February 1979.
How long is Murder by Decree?
Murder by Decree runs 2h 4m.
Who made Murder by Decree?
Murder by Decree was directed by Bob Clark.
Where can I watch Murder by Decree?
Murder by Decree is available on fuboTV, Darkroom, Mometu and Xumo Play.
Where to watch Murder by Decree
Stream: fuboTV
Watch free: Darkroom
Cast
- Christopher Plummer as Sherlock Holmes
- James Mason as Dr. Watson
- David Hemmings as Inspector Foxborough
- Susan Clark as Mary Kelly
- Anthony Quayle as Sir Charles Warren
- John Gielgud as Prime Minister
- Frank Finlay as Inspector Lestrade
- Donald Sutherland as Robert Lees
- Geneviève Bujold as Annie Crook
- Chris Wiggins as Dr. Hardy
- Tedde Moore as Mrs. Lees
- Catherine Kessler as Carrie
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