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Death on the Nile

1978·Movie
2h 20min·PG

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Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Spectacle6
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Nostalgia6
  • Romance5
  • Catharsis5

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 Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, storytelling, and dialogue

Layered plot that rewards full attention.

  • Intrigue9
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

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About

A murderer strikes on board the luxury Nile steamer Karnak – and Hercule Poirot faces his most baffling case.

As Hercule Poirot enjoys a luxurious cruise down the Nile, a newlywed heiress is found murdered on board and every elegant passenger becomes a prime suspect.
Classic WhodunitAgatha Christie AdaptationHercule Poirot MysteryLavish Period DramaIntricate PlotStar-Studded EnsembleExotic Egyptian SettingDeception & IntrigueSlow Burn Suspense

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Where can I stream Death on the Nile legally?

Death on the Nile is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Pluto TV. 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 Death on the Nile worth watching?

71
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Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 80%, and Metacritic 59). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Death on the Nile rated?

PGViolence

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Death on the Nile?

2 h 20 min

Death on the Nile runs 2 h 20 min.

Is Death on the Nile based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Death on the Nile?

Critics70
Audiences74

Yes. Critics average 70 and audiences 74 out of 100, so both groups see Death on the Nile much the same way.

Was Death on the Nile a box office hit?

Budget$8 million
Box office$15 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $8 million to make and earned $15 million worldwide, 1.8 times its budget.

What language is Death on the Nile in?

EnglishGermanFrenchArabic

It was made in English, with some German, French, Arabic. Produced in United Kingdom.

In how many countries can I watch Death on the Nile?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Death on the Nile in 65 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.