Movies and TvShows featuring "murder-play" theme.
In 1939, eight strangers are lured to a secluded island off the Devon coast in England. Upon arrival, they find themselves accused of various crimes by a mysterious voice. As the guests start to die one by one, they must uncover the identity of the killer before none of them are left alive. Based on Agatha Christie's novel, this miniseries is a thrilling whodunnit set in an isolated location.
Miss Marple investigates the murder of a colonel in a vicarage, uncovering secrets and false confessions along the way.
Benoit Blanc returns for his most dangerous case yet. Sequel to 'Glass Onion (2022)'.
Prescription: Murder is a crime drama and mystery TV movie from 1968. It revolves around a psychiatrist who assists a detective in investigating a murder case. The plot revolves around an alibi, impersonation, and a murder play. The psychiatrist and the detective engage in a battle of wits to solve the case.
Murder by Death is a comedy crime film that parodies famous detective characters and classic murder mystery tropes. It takes place in a mansion where a group of eccentric detectives and their sidekicks are invited to solve a murder mystery. As the night unfolds, unexpected twists and turns occur, leading to a surprise ending.
When a murder is announced in the village newspaper, Miss Marple and her friends become curious and attend a gathering at the announced location. Soon, a series of strange events unfold as they try to unravel the truth behind the murder.
A murder suspect enlists the help of a mystery novelist as his alibi for a crime he didn't commit. As they work together to uncover the truth, they find themselves falling in love. But when the real killer is discovered, their lives are put in danger.
A writer named Paul struggles with writer's block and isolation in a remote cabin. His life takes a dark turn when he encounters a drifter named Jack, leading to an intense and dangerous game of cat and mouse.
A jury deliberates the guilt or innocence of a young man accused of murder, revealing personal biases and prejudices along the way.
After losing his hand in a tragic accident, a comic book artist begins to hallucinate and believe that his severed hand is still alive. The hand goes on a murderous rampage, targeting those who have wronged the artist.
Haunted Honeymoon is a 1986 comedy horror mystery movie. It tells the story of a radio show host who goes on a haunted honeymoon in a creepy castle. As they arrive, they find themselves in the middle of a murder play staged by their eccentric relatives. The movie combines comedy, suspense, and romance, with a touch of horror.
In the midst of the Boer War, three Australian soldiers are brought to trial for alleged war crimes. As the court-martial unfolds, it becomes clear that the officers were following orders from higher-ranked British officials. The defense lawyer does his best to prove that the accused soldiers were scapegoats in a politically motivated trial.
Thirteen at Dinner is a crime mystery thriller about a murder that takes place during a dinner party. The famous detective Hercule Poirot is called in to solve the case, which involves a group of suspects with various motives. As Poirot investigates, he uncovers hidden secrets and deceit within the group, leading to a shocking revelation in the end.
A drama critic learns on his wedding day that his beloved maiden aunts are homicidal maniacs, and that insanity runs in his family.
Nowhere in Sight is a thrilling movie about a blind woman who becomes the target of a criminal intruder. She is held captive in her own apartment and must find a way to escape before it's too late. The plot unfolds as she uses her intelligence and resourcefulness to outsmart her captor and regain her freedom.
In 'The Bat', a writer turned amateur detective gets caught up in a string of murders in a dark and stormy night in a mansion. As he investigates, he becomes a suspect himself and must work to vindicate his name, all while facing a crazed killer on the loose.
Based on a famous play, follows a bedridden wife who overhears a murder plan on her phone. She tries to piece the puzzle together and prevent it.
In 1930s Italy, seven women gather at an isolated mansion for Christmas. As the snow falls and suspicions rise, a murder occurs, prompting the women to uncover family secrets and reveal the identity of the killer.
When a woman kills a man in self-defense at a rubber plantation in Malaya, she faces a sensational trial that uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal. As her lawyer uncovers the truth, the woman's dark secrets are revealed, leading to unexpected consequences. The Letter is a tense courtroom drama that explores themes of passion, deception, and the suppression of evidence.
In a new take on the classic 1985 film of the same name, six teens accidentally witness a horrible crime and must work to piece together clues they find to solve the mystery of 'who done it.' They soon find out that there is a lot more than meets the eye as they discover hidden treasure and a secret society.