Review of Murder by Death (1976) by Tarun N — 13 Dec 2010

What would happen if literature's most famous detectives were all locked in a mansion to solve a murder mystery? Comedic wonderment of course!

This review of Murder by Death (1976) was written by Tarun N on 13 Dec 2010.

Murder by Death has generally received positive reviews.

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By Robyn M (1,282) on 30 Jul 2012

Great comedy tribute to the Murder Mystery Genre written by Neil Simon…

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By Bobbi S (32) on 19 Apr 2012

Parody to clue. hilarious.great actors giving a wonderful performance. I love this movie. would watch over again…

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By Spoiled P (17) on 15 Oct 2013

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By Thomas Z (116) on 04 Dec 2013

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By Saul D (36) on 29 Jun 2013

The movie is silly, the plot odd and ending (In my eyes) confusing and not even funny…

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By Dave Kehr (1,442) for Chicago Reader (7,190) on 25 Nov 2012

Even Neil Simon fans (and they do exist, believe it or not) will probably be bummed out by this stunningly unfunny 1976 parody of detective films…

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By Bill S (2,971) on 25 Feb 2015

A great cast, a kooky plot, and how can you not love Eileen Brennan…

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By Pete S (773) on 15 Feb 2013

Watched this old classic last night. Holds up remarkably well. The cast is stellar, and the byplay is great…

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