Murder by Decree
The Jack the Ripper Murders. Sherlock Holmes lifts the veil of secrecy, corruption and terror at the heart of the throne of England itself. Clue by clue... Murder by murder...
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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Movie Details
- Original Title: Murder by Decree
- Genres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller
- Release Date: 1979-02-01
- Runtime: 124 minutes
- Rating: 6.438/10 (153 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Canadian Film Development Corporation, Famous Players, Highlight
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.8864
- Languages: French, English
Cast & Crew
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
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Trailers & Clips
Murder by Decree • 1979 • Theatrical Trailer
Sherlock Holmes | MURDER BY DECREE – Kim Newman Interview
CBS Late Movie promo Murder by Decree 1981
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Murder by Decree?▼
Murder by Decree is a Crime, Mystery, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1979-02-01.
Who are the main actors in Murder by Decree?▼
The main cast includes Christopher Plummer, James Mason, David Hemmings, Susan Clark, Anthony Quayle, .
Where can I watch Murder by Decree online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Murder by Decree is available.
Is Murder by Decree based on a true story?▼
The Jack the Ripper Murders. Sherlock Holmes lifts the veil of secrecy, corruption and terror at the heart of the throne of England itself. Clue by clue... Murder by murder...
What is the IMDb rating of Murder by Decree?▼
Murder by Decree has an IMDb rating of 6.438/10 based on 153 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Murder by Decree?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Murder by Decree?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Canadian Film Development Corporation, Famous Players, Highlight. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Murder by Decree filmed?▼
Murder by Decree was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Murder by Decree?▼
The total runtime of Murder by Decree is 124 minutes.
Is Murder by Decree suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Murder by Decree?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Murder by Decree.
Does Murder by Decree have a post-credit scene?▼
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