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Murder on Lenox Avenue

1941·Movie
1h 5min
IMDb4.9

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PrimefuboTVMGM+PhiloPlex

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Family Dynamics6
  • Melancholy5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Crime, mystery, and class and money

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

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About

The rackets exposed!

Dramatic events in a Harlem apartment house center around Pa Wilkins, chosen by the Better Business League to replace their ousted, crooked leader Marshall...who wants revenge; and Pa's ward Jim Bracton, a two-timing Romeo whose affairs are coming to a crisis. And hanging around is Marshall's murderous junkie henchman, Lomax. Will it all end in someone's being killed?
Harlem Renaissance EraUrban Crime DramaSocial CommentaryMysteryApartment House SettingClass ConflictGangstersNoir Elements

Crew

Directed by:
Arthur Dreifuss
Written by:
Vincent Valentini, Frank Wilson, Bryna Ivens
Produced by:
Arthur Dreifuss
Composed by:
Donald Heywood

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Murder on Lenox Avenue legally?

PrimefuboTVMGM+PhiloPlexFawesomeXumo PlayShout! Factory

Murder on Lenox Avenue is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex, Fawesome, and Xumo Play. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Murder on Lenox Avenue worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 4.9). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Murder on Lenox Avenue rated?

ViolenceDrug use

Content advisories: violence and drug use.

How long is Murder on Lenox Avenue?

1 h 5 min

Murder on Lenox Avenue runs 1 h 5 min.

What language is Murder on Lenox Avenue in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Murder on Lenox Avenue?

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