Murder by Death
1976, English. Directed by Robert Moore.
By the time the world's greatest detectives figure out whodunnit... you could die laughing!
Lionel Twain invites the world's five greatest detectives to a 'dinner and murder'. Included are a blind butler, a deaf-mute maid, screams, spinning rooms, secret passages, false identities and more plot turns and twists than are decently allowed.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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7.1/10 from 948 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Murder by Death
Murder by Death isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Robert MooreDirector
- Truman CapoteLionel Twain
- Alec GuinnessButler Jamesir Bensonmum
- Peter SellersSidney Wang
- David NivenDick Charleston
- Maggie SmithDora Charleston
- James CocoMilo Perrier
- Peter FalkSam Diamond
- Eileen BrennanTess Skeffington
- Elsa LanchesterJessica Marbles
- Estelle WinwoodNurse Withers
- Nancy WalkerKitchen Maid Yetta
- James CromwellMarcel Cassette
Details
- Released
- 23 June 1976
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Neil Simon
- Box office
- $33M
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Murder by Death: quick answers
Is Murder by Death worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 948 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Murder by Death?
Murder by Death runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Murder by Death have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Murder by Death. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Murder by Death parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Murder by Death is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Murder by Death on?
Murder by Death isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Murder by Death?
If you liked Murder by Death, try Clue, The Thursday Murder Club, Knives Out.
Who directed Murder by Death?
Murder by Death (1976) was directed by Robert Moore and stars Truman Capote, Alec Guinness, Peter Sellers.