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Why Didn't They Ask Evans?

Why Didn't They Ask Evans?

This intriguing story is set in the 1930s at a country house, where two amateur sleuths, Bobby Jones and Lady Frankie Derwent, try to unravel the mystery behind a tale of murder, suspense and false identities. And the only clues the two have to go on are the puzzling last words of a dying man. Featuring characters created by Agatha Christie, Why Didn't They Ask Evans is a classic crime thriller sure to please murder-mystery fans.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Why Didn't They Ask Evans?
  • Genres: Thriller, TV Movie, Mystery
  • Release Date: 1980-03-30
  • Runtime: 180 minutes
  • Rating: 6.6/10 (17 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: LWT, ITV
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.2501
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Francesca Annis

Francesca Annis

as Lady Frances Derwent

John Gielgud

John Gielgud

as Reverend Jones

Bernard Miles

Bernard Miles

as Dr. Thomas

Eric Porter

Eric Porter

as Dr. Nicholson

Leigh Lawson

Leigh Lawson

as Roger Bassington-ffrench

James Warwick

James Warwick

as Bobby Jones

Madeline Smith

Madeline Smith

as Moira Nicholson

Connie Booth

Connie Booth

as Sylva Bassington-ffrench

Joan Hickson

Joan Hickson

as Mrs. Rivington

Lynda La Plante

Lynda La Plante

as Mrs. Roberts

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Keywords

based on novel or bookmurder mystery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Why Didn't They Ask Evans??

Why Didn't They Ask Evans? is a Thriller, TV Movie, Mystery movie directed by . It was released on 1980-03-30.

Who are the main actors in Why Didn't They Ask Evans??

The main cast includes Francesca Annis, John Gielgud, Bernard Miles, Eric Porter, Leigh Lawson, .

Where can I watch Why Didn't They Ask Evans? online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Why Didn't They Ask Evans? is available.

Is Why Didn't They Ask Evans? based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Why Didn't They Ask Evans??

Why Didn't They Ask Evans? has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 17 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Why Didn't They Ask Evans??

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Why Didn't They Ask Evans??

The soundtrack was composed by LWT, ITV. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Why Didn't They Ask Evans? filmed?

Why Didn't They Ask Evans? was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Why Didn't They Ask Evans??

The total runtime of Why Didn't They Ask Evans? is 180 minutes.

Is Why Didn't They Ask Evans? suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Why Didn't They Ask Evans??

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Why Didn't They Ask Evans?.

Does Why Didn't They Ask Evans? have a post-credit scene?

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