Murder by Decree

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...

PG 1979 · 124 min · ★ 6.3 · Crime, Mystery, Thriller

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.

Directed by Bob Clark · Written by John Hopkins

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Christopher Plummer Sherlock Holmes
James Mason Dr. Watson
David Hemmings Inspector Foxborough
Susan Clark Mary Kelly
Anthony Quayle Sir Charles Warren
John Gielgud Prime Minister
Frank Finlay Inspector Lestrade
Donald Sutherland Robert Lees
Geneviève Bujold Annie Crook
Chris Wiggins Dr. Hardy
Tedde Moore Mrs. Lees
Catherine Kessler Carrie

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