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Murder by Decree

on BBC Two England

The feature film starring Christopher Plummer as Sherlock Holmes, James Mason as Dr Watson

Sherlock Holmes is begged by East End traders to solve the series of vicious murders committed by the infamous 'Jack the Ripper'. As the indomitable detective and his assistant Dr Watson begin their investigation they lift a veil of corruption and terror which affects the throne of England itself. An all-star cast has been assembled for this unusual and often terrifying film about the 'meeting' of Holmes and the Ripper.
(First showing on British television)
Films: page 17

Contributors

Screenplay:
John Hopkins
Producer:
Rene Dupont
Producer/Director:
Bob Clark
Sherlock Holmes:
Christopher Plummer
Dr Watson:
James Mason
Inspector Foxborough:
David Hemmings
Mary Kelly:
Susan Clark
Sir Charles Warren:
Anthony Quayle
Prime Minister:
John Gielgud
Inspector Lestrade:
Frank Finlay
Robert Lees:
Donald Sutherland
Annie Crook:
Genevieve Bujold
Dr Hardy:
Chris Wiggins
Mrs Lees:
Teddi Moore
William Slade:
Peter Jonfield

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