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Movie poster: Murder by the Book (1987)
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Murder by the Book

1987 · 100 min Comedy Crime Mystery Thriller TV Movie
5.9 / 10 · TMDB

Mild-mannered mystery writer D. H. Mercer has become so immersed in his material that his creation, hard-boiled private eye Biff Deegan, constantly appears to him as a hallucination. Intent on getting rid of Biff, and replacing him with a more civilized detective, Mercer soon finds himself in a genuine mystery involving art fraud, murder, and a beautiful lady in peril.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1987
Country Canada, United States of America
Genre Comedy, Crime, Mystery, Thriller, TV Movie
Director Mel Damski
Runtime 100 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.9/10 (7 votes)

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Murder by the Book has mixed reviews with a rating of 5.9/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1987. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

— MovieFinder Editorial

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