Murder on the Orient Express
Murder on the Orient Express

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Murder on the Orient Express

1974
Movie
128 min
English

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.

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IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic70/100
Google Users85%
Director: Sidney LumetGenres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

When a wealthy American businessman is found murdered in his locked compartment aboard a luxurious train traveling through a snow-blocked Yugoslavia, the brilliant Belgian detective Hercule Poirot, who happens to be a passenger, must use his keen intellect to solve the crime. With a train full of suspects, each with their own secrets and potential motives, Poirot must unravel a complex web of deception before the killer strikes again or escapes.

Critical Reception

The 1974 adaptation of Agatha Christie's classic whodunit was widely praised for its star-studded cast, faithful adaptation of the source material, and Lumet's skilled direction. Critics lauded Albert Finney's performance as Hercule Poirot, and the film was a commercial success, garnering significant positive attention for its stylish production and intricate plot.

What Reviewers Say

  • A star-studded and stylish adaptation of Agatha Christie's beloved mystery.

  • Albert Finney delivers a memorable performance as Hercule Poirot.

  • The film successfully captures the suspense and intricate plotting of the novel.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's classic mystery appeal, the ensemble cast, and the faithful adaptation of the well-known story. Many found it an entertaining and well-crafted detective film.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 6 Academy Awards, including Best Supporting Actress for Ingrid Bergman. Won 1 BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actress (Ingrid Bergman).

Fun Fact

The film features an astonishing ensemble cast of 13 famous actors, each playing a suspect, making it one of the most star-studded films of its era.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

Albert Finney is magnificent as Agatha Christie's "Poirot" in this murder mystery set amidst the luxury (and isolation) of the Orient Express train as it travels from Istanbul to Calais, getting stuck in a snow drift en route. A cast to mak...

John Chard

John Chard

All star cast deliver an Agatha Christie adapted treat. Murder on the orient Express is directed by Sidney Lumet and adapted to screenplay by Paul Dehn from the novel of the same name written by Agatha Christie. It stars Albert Finney, L...