Death on the Nile

Death on the Nile

A murderer strikes on board the luxury Nile steamer Karnak – and Hercule Poirot faces his most baffling case.

PG 1978 · 140 min · ★ 7.2 · Mystery

As Hercule Poirot enjoys a luxurious cruise down the Nile, a newlywed heiress is found murdered on board and every elegant passenger becomes a prime suspect.

Directed by John Guillermin · Written by Anthony Shaffer

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