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Murder on the Orient Express

1974·Movie
2h 8min·PG

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Strong craft, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Spectacle4
  • Fast Pace3

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Wholesome4
  • Pathos4

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Mystery, history, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, storytelling, and direction

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Acting9
  • Narrative Structure9
  • Intrigue9

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

The who's who in the whodunnit!

In 1935, when his train is stopped by deep snow, detective Hercule Poirot is called on to solve a murder that occurred in his car the night before.
Classic WhodunitIntricate MysteryPeriod DramaEnsemble CastDeductive ReasoningAtmospheric SuspenseCharacter-Driven PlotElegant StorytellingIconic Detective

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Murder on the Orient Express legally?

Murder on the Orient Express is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Philo, Paramount+, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Murder on the Orient Express worth watching?

74
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 89%, and Metacritic 62). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Murder on the Orient Express rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Murder on the Orient Express?

2 h 8 min

Murder on the Orient Express runs 2 h 8 min.

Is Murder on the Orient Express based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Murder on the Orient Express?

Critics76
Audiences74

Yes. Critics average 76 and audiences 74 out of 100, so both groups see Murder on the Orient Express much the same way.

Was Murder on the Orient Express a box office hit?

Budget$1 million
Box office$36 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $1 million to make and earned $36 million worldwide, 25.5 times its budget.

What language is Murder on the Orient Express in?

EnglishSwedishFrenchGermanTurkishItalian

It was made in English, with some Swedish, French, German, Turkish, Italian. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Murder on the Orient Express?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Murder on the Orient Express in 54 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Murder on the Orient Express use?

Everyone Is a SuspectLet Off by the DetectiveSand in My EyesMacGyveringWould Hurt a ChildWham LineToken Good TeammateAmbiguously JewishEverybody Did ItOne Degree of SeparationDepending on the WriterThe Dog Was the Mastermindand 87 more

TV Tropes lists 99 storytelling tropes for Murder on the Orient Express, including Everyone Is a Suspect, Let Off by the Detective, Sand in My Eyes.