Rehearsal for Murder
Rehearsal for Murder

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Rehearsal for Murder

1982
Movie
96 min
English

A year after his fiancée's death, a playwright schedules a rehearsal for his new play, which proves to be a trap for her killer.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Jonathan MillerGenres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A successful Broadway playwright, severely injured and traumatized after a murder occurs during his play's opening night, attempts to recreate the events of that night by assembling the original cast and crew. He stages a 'rehearsal' in an attempt to uncover the killer and find justice for the victim. As the re-enactment unfolds, old tensions and secrets resurface, blurring the line between performance and reality.

Critical Reception

Rehearsal for Murder was a well-received made-for-television mystery movie, praised for its suspenseful plot and strong performances, particularly from its veteran cast. Critics highlighted its clever use of the 'play within a play' structure to build tension and mystery.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intriguing premise and suspenseful build-up.

  • Lauded for the performances of its lead actors, especially Robert Preston.

  • Noted for its effective use of theatrical setting to enhance the mystery.

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Fun Fact

The film was based on the short story 'The Two-Second Man' by Cornell Woolrich, a prolific author of suspense novels whose works were often adapted into films.

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Wuchak

Wuchak

**_A playwright stages a play to flush out the murderer of his fiancé_** This was released to TV in the spring of 1982 and made into a play the next year for regional & community theaters in which it skyrocketed into popularity (with sch...