Murder by Decree Movie Review 1979

Realistic and convincing version of the Jack the Ripper story. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson find a vast web of conspiracy when they investigate the murders of Whitechapel prostitutes. Based partially on facts, it's a highly detailed suspenser with interesting camera work and fine performances.

Distribution

New Line Home Video, 116 N. Robertson Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048, Phone: (310)854-5811, Fax: (310)854-1824, URL: http://www.newline.com, Remarks: Does not handle retail queries from consumers; contact your local video distributor.

Available on VHS, DVD
Running time 120 minutes.
Originally from Canadian.

Cast and Crew

Genres

Mystery & Suspense, Historical Detectives, Sherlock Holmes, Jack the Ripper

Screenplay

John Hopkins

Cast

Christopher Plummer, James Mason, Donald Sutherland, Genevieve Bujold, Susan Clark, David Hemmings, Frank Finlay, John Gielgud, Anthony Quayle

Director

Bob (Benjamin) Clark

Producer

Avco Embassy

Awards

Genie 1980: Actor (Plummer), Director (Clark), Support. Actress (Bujold).