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Death on the Nile

PG19782h 20mJohn Guillermin
IMDb 7.3 · Rotten Tomatoes 80% · Metacritic 59

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"A murderer strikes on board the luxury Nile steamer Karnak – and Hercule Poirot faces his most baffling case."

As Hercule Poirot enjoys a luxurious cruise down the Nile, a newlywed heiress is found murdered on board and every elegant passenger becomes a prime suspect.

Mystery
EgyptBased On Novel Or BookPaddleboatPyramidCruiseNileSphinxMurderCruise ShipWhodunit

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Frequently asked questions

What is Death on the Nile (1978) about?

As Hercule Poirot enjoys a luxurious cruise down the Nile, a newlywed heiress is found murdered on board and every elegant passenger becomes a prime suspect.

Who stars in Death on the Nile?

Death on the Nile stars Peter Ustinov (Hercule Poirot), Jane Birkin (Louise Bourget), Lois Chiles (Linnet Ridgeway Doyle), Bette Davis (Marie Van Schuyler), Mia Farrow (Jacqueline de Bellefort). The film was directed by John Guillermin.

How long is Death on the Nile?

Death on the Nile has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1978. It is rated PG.

Is Death on the Nile worth watching?

Death on the Nile holds an IMDb rating of 7.3/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 80. Fans of Mystery are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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