Is Murder by Decree scary?

MyCinema has not rated Murder by Decree for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a crime, mystery, and thriller film. It is rated PG in the United States.

Where can I watch Murder by Decree in the US?

Murder by Decree streams on fuboTV, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel, and Howdy Amazon Channel and is free on Darkroom, Xumo Play, and Mometu in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Murder by Decree?

Murder by Decree runs 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).

Is Murder by Decree suitable for kids?

Murder by Decree is rated PG in the United States, which means parental guidance is advised. It may suit older children with an adult, but it is not made for young ones.

TMDB19792h 4mCrime / Mystery / Thriller

Murder by Decree

Name: Murder by Decree
Genre: Crime, Mystery, Thriller
Released: 1979-02-01
Duration: 124 min

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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Runtime

Long watch · 2h 4m

At 2h 4m it runs over two hours.

Genres

Crime · Mystery · Thriller

TMDB files it under crime, mystery, and thriller.

US availability

3 subscriptions · 3 free

Included with 3 subscription services: fuboTV, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel, and Howdy Amazon Channel. Free or ad-supported on Darkroom, Xumo Play, and Mometu.

TMDB audience score

6.3 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 186 votes, a positive audience score. That is a moderate sample of voters.

Why watch Murder by Decree tonight

It needs the whole evening: 2h 4m.
It is included with fuboTV, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel, and Howdy Amazon Channel in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 186 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Is Murder by Decree scary?: MyCinema has not rated Murder by Decree for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a crime, mystery, and thriller film. It is rated PG in the United States.
Where can I watch Murder by Decree in the US?: Murder by Decree streams on fuboTV, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel, and Howdy Amazon Channel and is free on Darkroom, Xumo Play, and Mometu in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Murder by Decree?: Murder by Decree runs 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).
Is Murder by Decree suitable for kids?: Murder by Decree is rated PG in the United States, which means parental guidance is advised. It may suit older children with an adult, but it is not made for young ones.

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