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Dial M for Murder

1954·Movie
1h 45min·PG
83
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb8.1Metacritic758.2Rotten Tomatoes90%92%
IMDb8.1Metacritic758.2Rotten Tomatoes90%92%

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Immersive world, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking

  • Tension9
  • Fast Pace4
  • Violence4

Heart

Nostalgic

Much of it is about family.

  • Nostalgia7
  • Family Dynamics7
  • Catharsis6

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • Rewatchability8
  • World Immersion7

Craft

Standout direction, storytelling, and performances

  • Direction9
  • Narrative Structure9
  • Intrigue9

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

Is this the man she was waiting for... or the man who was waiting for her?

When her American lover visits London, a wealthy woman’s jealous husband hatches a plan to murder her and inherit her fortune.
Classic Hitchcock ThrillerTaut SuspenseConfined SettingPsychological ManipulationClever PlottingMarital IntrigueDeceptive CharactersMid-Century LondonMasterful Direction

Crew

Directed by:
Alfred Hitchcock, Mel Dellar
Written by:
Frederick Knott, Frederick Knott
Produced by:
Alfred Hitchcock
Composed by:
Dimitri Tiomkin, Dimitri Tiomkin, Oliver S. Garretson

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Dial M for Murder

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Where can I stream Dial M for Murder legally?

KanopyFlixHousePlexFawesomeXumo PlayIndieFlix ShortsTubi TV

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, FlixHouse, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Dial M for Murder worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 8.1, Rotten Tomatoes 90%, and Metacritic 75). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Dial M for Murder rated?

PGViolence

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

How long is Dial M for Murder?

1 h 45 min

Dial M for Murder runs 1 h 45 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Dial M for Murder?

Critics83
Audiences85

Yes. Critics average 83 and audiences 85 out of 100, so both groups see Dial M for Murder much the same way.

Was Dial M for Murder a box office hit?

Budget$1 million
Box office$3 million

Yes. It cost about $1 million to make and earned $3 million worldwide, 2.1 times its budget.

What language is Dial M for Murder in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Dial M for Murder?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Dial M for Murder in 55 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Dial M for Murder use?

I Have Many NamesReverse WhodunnitPolice Are UselessTragic VillainUnspoken Plan GuaranteeAssassin Outclassin'Paddleball ShotMystery Writer DetectiveLingerie SceneA Deadly AffairFourth Wall PsychPretty in Minkand 45 more

TV Tropes lists 57 storytelling tropes for Dial M for Murder, including I Have Many Names, Reverse Whodunnit, Police Are Useless.