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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...”

★ 6.3 / 10 (186 votes)February 1, 1979124 minEN
CrimeMysteryThriller

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 facts

Release dateFebruary 1, 1979
StatusReleased
Runtime124 min
Rating★ 6.3 / 10
CertificationPG
Original languageEnglish, French
CountryCanada, United Kingdom
Budget—
Revenue—
ProductionCanadian Film Development Corporation, Famous Players
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Crew

Director

Bob Clark

Writers

John Hopkins

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Cast

Christopher PlummerChristopher PlummerSherlock Holmes
James MasonJames MasonDr. Watson
David HemmingsDavid HemmingsInspector Foxborough
Susan ClarkSusan ClarkMary Kelly
Anthony QuayleAnthony QuayleSir Charles Warren
John GielgudJohn GielgudPrime Minister
Frank FinlayFrank FinlayInspector Lestrade
Donald SutherlandDonald SutherlandRobert Lees
Geneviève BujoldGeneviève BujoldAnnie Crook
Chris WigginsChris WigginsDr. Hardy
Tedde MooreTedde MooreMrs. Lees
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Catherine KesslerCarrie
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