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Murder by Decree (1979)

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.

  • Crime
  • Mystery
  • Thriller

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Christopher PlummerChristopher PlummerSherlock Holmes
  • Photo of James MasonJames MasonDr. Watson
  • Photo of David HemmingsDavid HemmingsInspector Foxborough
  • Photo of Susan ClarkSusan ClarkMary Kelly
  • Photo of Anthony QuayleAnthony QuayleSir Charles Warren
  • Photo of John GielgudJohn GielgudPrime Minister
  • Photo of Frank FinlayFrank FinlayInspector Lestrade
  • Photo of Donald SutherlandDonald SutherlandRobert Lees
  • Photo of Geneviève BujoldGeneviève BujoldAnnie Crook
  • Photo of Chris WigginsChris WigginsDr. Hardy

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