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Neil Simon's screenplay is a clever spoof on murder mysteries in which eccentric millionaire Lionel Twain (Truman Capote) invites the world's greatest detectives to his home and challenges them to solve the perfect murder. Among the sleuths that try to solve the case are Milo Perrier (James Coco), Sam Diamond (Peter Falk), .. Read more

Starring	Eileen Brennan, Truman Capote, Alec Guinness, Peter Falk
Director	Robert Moore
Genres	Comedy

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- Sometimes thin but generally likeable spoof of a longstanding genre; the stars seize their opportunities avidly, and the film does not outstay its welcome.
- 32177
- - Halliwell's Film Guide
  - 02 Mar 2006 at 15:42
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  - 1
  Absolute Classic
  
  I first stumbled across this film a few years back on late night tele, and loved it from the first to last minute. Each actor/ess is perfectly cast, but Peter ... read more »
  
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  - John Davidson
  - Glasgow
  - 20 Jul 2004 at 18:41
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- - 1
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  Brilliant,Classic Entertainment!
  
  I missed seeing the whole movie on tv so I rented it on DVD to see from beginning to end. I love the humour and what a brilliant plot, just my kinda movie!... read more »
  
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  - Beddington
  - 17 Sep 2011 at 00:21
- - 0
  - 1
  poor farce
  
  very poor farce, with all the star names in the cast one would of thought the film would be a laugh a minute, I found it difficault to raise a smile
  
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- - a customer
  - 27 Aug 2011 at 20:55
- - 1
  - 0
  Great fun!
  
  If you enjoy reading murder mysteries and a combination of comedy and detectives, this is the film for you! Excellent actors and clever dialogue are combined ... read more »
  
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- 997620
- - a customer
  - 27 May 2011 at 16:26
- - 1
  - 1
  Must See
  
  Its Classy and funny, has some of the biggest names of the 70's and will make you laugh all the way through, it is my all time favourite movie, its original... read more »
  
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- - Adzcriz
  - 2 reviews
  - Cornwall UK
  - 22 May 2010 at 21:05
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  - 1
  Murder by Death
  
  Sorry, but this was a 'shocker'. Difficult to hear, actors mumbled, dreadful theme. Very disappointing.
  
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- - vickymart1
  - 9 reviews
  - Bridgend
  - 16 Aug 2008 at 21:45
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  - 1
  Ingenious
  
  I saw this film long before it was available on video or DVD and I rate it as one of the classics. The cast is superb. For me though the blind butler and the ... read more »
  
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- - bfaulk44
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  - Bridgwater
  - 14 Aug 2008 at 05:12
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  - 1
  Murder by Death
  
  Exceptionally funny with a good twist. Brilliant acting by Sellers & Guiness.
  
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- - Sreenie
  - 123 reviews
  - The Midlands
  - 02 Aug 2008 at 19:09
- - 1
  - 1
  Silly, but great fun!
  
  Tightly scripted and well acted (in true hammed up 'spoof' style). There is a slight imbalance in that most people watching will think that Peter Falk ... read more »
  
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- - russbowes
  - 110 reviews
  - London
  - 20 Jan 2008 at 22:37
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  - 1
  'Holy Sh... anghai!'
  
  A truly remarkable cast is gathered for Neil Simon's murder mystery spoof. It's neatly observed and blends wordplay, sight gags and lots of schoolboy ... read more »
  
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- - Squizz
  - 43 reviews
  - Lancaster
  - 04 Apr 2007 at 11:46
- - 0
  - 1
  If you liked Clue you'll love it!
  
  This is a really good fun spoof of all your favourite detective stories and you'll never guess the who did it! It's really enjoyable. I personally ... read more »
  
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- - Jessica Davis
  - Manchester, England
  - 06 Feb 2007 at 15:12
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- - 10
  - 1
  Absolute Classic
  
  I first stumbled across this film a few years back on late night tele, and loved it from the first to last minute. Each actor/ess is perfectly cast, but Peter ... read more »
  
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- 11460
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  - John Davidson
  - Glasgow
  - 20 Jul 2004 at 18:41
- - 4
  - 0
  Great murder / mystery spoof!
  
  These days a Hollywood director's budget doesn't seem to stretch beyond one A-list actor/actress and a couple of B-listers. Try this for size: -
  <... read more »
  
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- - steve862
  - surrey
  - 08 Jan 2005 at 20:27
- - 3
  - 1
  Not bad....
  
  Whilst it will not appeal to everyone's taste, Murder by Death features some very clever set pieces and ludicrous twists. Featuring an all star cast (David ... read more »
  
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- - Bawheid
  - Scotland
  - 23 Jul 2004 at 12:37
- - 2
  - 0
  Whodunnit?
  
  My dad mentioned this film to me the and I thought 'I have to see this!' And oh am I glad I did! If you like a good murder and some silly humor then ... read more »
  
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- - Michelle Aspinall
  - Bradford
  - 19 Jul 2005 at 10:34
- - 1
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  Disappointing
  
  I saw the last 20 minutes of this years ago and thought hey, what a great movie. I must see the whole thing. Anyway years later I do just that and find it's... read more »
  
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  - St. Albans
  - 08 Nov 2005 at 18:10
- - 1
  - 0
  Dates badly - poor farce
  
  A bunch of sleuths go to dinner and a murder takes place. Have to say it dates badly and I couldn't care less half way through!
  
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  - Giz
  - 245 reviews
  - Coventry
  - 05 Oct 2006 at 17:02
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  Should be more like this!
  
  What can you say a traditional murder mystery weekend with some of the best detectives and actors on offer at the time. If you want a film with a simple story ... read more »
  
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- - postieman
  - nottinghamshire
  - 28 Jan 2005 at 19:38
- - 1
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  Great fun!
  
  If you enjoy reading murder mysteries and a combination of comedy and detectives, this is the film for you! Excellent actors and clever dialogue are combined ... read more »
  
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- 997620
- - a customer
  - 27 May 2011 at 16:26
- - 1
  - 0
  Brilliant,Classic Entertainment!
  
  I missed seeing the whole movie on tv so I rented it on DVD to see from beginning to end. I love the humour and what a brilliant plot, just my kinda movie!... read more »
  
  Report this review
- 1041550
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  - Beddington
  - 17 Sep 2011 at 00:21
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  - 1
  Murder by Death is a ...
  
  Murder by Death is a great old fashioned murder mystery with an all star cast, I liked the production quality, design and costumes were also very good, picture ... read more »
  
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- - pip2000
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  - WOLVERHAMPTON
  - 04 Feb 2004 at 18:28

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Critics' reviews
- Sometimes thin but generally likeable spoof of a longstanding genre; the stars seize their opportunities avidly, and the film does not outstay its welcome.
- 32177
- - Halliwell's Film Guide
  - 02 Mar 2006 at 15:42
- Essentially a filmed play (the world's most famous fictional sleuths summoned for a weekend by Capote's eccentric... read more on Time Out
- 45472
- - Time Out
  - 04 Nov 2008 at 00:15

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- Murder By Death
  
  Neil Simon's screenplay is a clever spoof on murder mysteries in which eccentric millionaire Lionel Twain (Truman Capote) invites the world's greatest detectives to his home and challenges them to solve the perfect murder. Among the sleuths that try to solve the case are Milo Perrier (James Coco), ...