Review of Murder by Death (1976) by Brian Q — 21 Feb 2010

I love, love love this movie! Great cast! Too funny!

This review of Murder by Death (1976) was written by Brian Q on 21 Feb 2010.

Murder by Death has generally received positive reviews.

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