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Murder by Decree (1979)
Director: Bob Clark
Cast: Christopher Plummer, James Mason, David Hemmings, Susan Clark
Runtime124 min
RatingPG
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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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Murder by Decree (1979) directed by Bob Clark is a gripping crime thriller that immerses viewers in the elusive world of Sherlock Holmes as he hunts for the identity of the infamous Jack the Ripper. With compelling performances from Christopher Plummer and James Mason, the film blends mystery, suspense, and historical intrigue, offering a distinctive take on the iconic detective that fans of the genre are sure to appreciate.
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Murder by Decree is a 1979 mystery thriller film directed by Bob Clark. It features the Sherlock Holmes and Dr. John Watson characters created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who are embroiled in the investigation surrounding the real-life 1888 Whitechapel murders committed by Jack the Ripper. Christopher Plummer plays Holmes and James Mason plays Watson. Though it features a similar premise, it is somewhat different in tone and result to A Study in Terror. It is loosely based on The Ripper File by Elwyn Jones and John Lloyd.
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