Review of Murder by Death (1976) by Katie R — 24 Jun 2007

This movie is incredibly funny, and it pays great tribute/pokes fun at some of the great literary detectives.

This review of Murder by Death (1976) was written by Katie R on 24 Jun 2007.

Murder by Death has generally received positive reviews.

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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 Nicola D (175) on 21 Aug 2012

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By Roy S (309) on 05 Oct 2012

Goofy send up of mystery novels and detectives, including Sam Spade, Miss Marple, Charlie Chan, Nick & Nora Charles and others…

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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 Scott R (2,451) on 21 May 2015

Classic camp with so many great performers crowded into one room -- final performances for several of them. FAR superior to Clue…

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By Jose Luis M (587) on 12 Aug 2014

This is a classic film. If you like character actors, silly plot and fun check this out. Underrated due to timing of release…

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By Alexander C (2,448) on 30 Nov 2012

Even if you're not a Neil Simon fan, how could you not adore this cast…

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By Bishop C (1) on 24 Jul 2012

I watch this at least once a year, along with Blazing Saddles, for the pure fun and silliness and great quips and one-liners…

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By Steve G (1,301) on 23 Apr 2012

Very quirky funny comedy with so many twists and turns and it just keeps you interested and funny the whole way through…

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By Mike B (1,929) on 11 Oct 2013

Excellent send-up of mysteries. Not to be missed. Love Sellers and Falk. Great cast…

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