Murder on the Orient Express
Murder on the Orient Express

Murder on the Orient Express

2017Movie114 minEnglish

Genius Belgian detective Hercule Poirot investigates the murder of an American tycoon aboard the Orient Express train.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users73%
Director: Kenneth BranaghGenres: Mystery, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

Renowned detective Hercule Poirot must solve a murder that occurs aboard a lavish train journey through Europe. When a snowdrift halts the Orient Express, Poirot finds himself with a limited number of suspects, all of whom have a motive and a secret to hide. He must race against time to uncover the truth before the killer strikes again.

Critical Reception

The 2017 adaptation of 'Murder on the Orient Express' received mixed reviews from critics. While praised for its star-studded cast, lavish production design, and Branagh's committed performance, many found the film to be a somewhat overwrought and less compelling version of Agatha Christie's classic mystery. Audience reception was generally more favorable, appreciating its classic whodunit structure and visual spectacle.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning with a magnificent cast, but ultimately a faithful yet somewhat hollow adaptation.
  • Praised for its grand scale and ensemble performance, yet criticized for lacking the suspense and depth of previous versions.
  • A luxurious train ride with a classic mystery, though some found the modern twists and dramatic flourishes unnecessary.

Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed the film's grand production values and the performance of Kenneth Branagh as Hercule Poirot. Many appreciated the classic mystery plot, though some felt it was a bit too predictable or that the film leaned too heavily on its star power.

Fun Fact

The film utilizes a blend of practical and digital effects to create the look of the Orient Express, with the train itself being a significant visual undertaking.

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daniel_carr

daniel_carr

Was great fun watching Johnny Depp again but this story while interesting was really disappointing. Found the ending out of character for Hercule Poirot although it was a great moral question for the audience so I understand what the writer...
Filipe Manuel Neto

Filipe Manuel Ne...

**An effort worthy of merit, but which did not result in a really good work.** Kenneth Branagh is one of those actors/directors who doesn't seem to be afraid of a challenge, and I respect him for that, even if his choices aren't always t...
DocTerminus

DocTerminus

Beginning with Kenneth Branagh's second decade as a filmmaker, I suggest he became an industry workhorse. He acted in many films and directed several, all with varying results in quality. Most pointedly, few felt like they were personal pro...
frankbama

frankbama

I have always loved this story and was looking forward to seeing this adaptation but afraid it was going to be Branagh'd, especially when finding out he was playing Poirot himself and cast Johnny Depp as Ratchett. When a director wants ...
Per Gunnar Jonsson

Per Gunnar Jonss...

I am a great fan of Agatha Christie in general and Hercule Poirot in particular. When yet another remake of Murder on the Orient express came out I was somewhat hesitant. After all, the one with David Suchet was perfect. I guess I was ri...