Murder by Television
A STORY OF A PERFECT CRIME
James Houghland, inventor of a new method by which television signals can be instantaneously sent anywhere in the world, refuses to sell the process to television companies, who then send agents to acquire the invention any way they can. On the night of his initial broadcast Houghland is mysteriously murdered in the middle of his demonstration and it falls to Police Chief Nelson to determine who the murderer is from the many suspects present.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Murder by Television
- Genres: Thriller, Mystery, Horror, Science Fiction
- Release Date: 1935-10-01
- Runtime: 53 minutes
- Rating: 4/10 (20 votes)
- Budget: $35,000
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Cameo Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 4.6828
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Bela Lugosi
as Arthur Perry
June Collyer
as June Houghland
Huntley Gordon
as Dr. Henry M. Scofield
George Meeker
as Police Chief Nelson
Charles Hill Mailes
as James Houghland
Claire McDowell
as Mrs. Houghland
Hattie McDaniel
as Isabella
Allen Jung
as Ah Ling
Henry Hall
as Hammond
Charles K. French
as Donald M. Jordan
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Murder by Television (1935)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murder by Television?▼
Murder by Television is a Thriller, Mystery, Horror, Science Fiction movie directed by . It was released on 1935-10-01.
Who are the main actors in Murder by Television?▼
The main cast includes Bela Lugosi, June Collyer, Huntley Gordon, George Meeker, Charles Hill Mailes, .
Where can I watch Murder by Television online?▼
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Is Murder by Television based on a true story?▼
A STORY OF A PERFECT CRIME
What is the IMDb rating of Murder by Television?▼
Murder by Television has an IMDb rating of 4/10 based on 20 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Murder by Television?▼
The movie had a production budget of $35,000 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Murder by Television?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Cameo Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Murder by Television filmed?▼
Murder by Television was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Murder by Television?▼
The total runtime of Murder by Television is 53 minutes.
Is Murder by Television suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Murder by Television?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Murder by Television.
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