Murder by Decree

Movie
TitleMurder by Decree
User score

6.4

Release dateFeb 1, 1979
GenreCrime, Mystery, Thriller
DirectorBob Clark
Production countryCanada, United Kingdom
Production companiesCanadian Film Development Corporation, Famous Players, Highlight
Run time124 min.

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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Murder by Decree • 1979 • Theatrical Trailer

Oct 27, 2023

Sherlock Holmes | MURDER BY DECREE – Kim Newman Interview

Feb 15, 2022

CBS Late Movie promo Murder by Decree 1981

Jul 3, 2012

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