Murder by Night (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1989, Murder by Night is a thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Paul Lynch, running about 91 minutes. “A brutal murderer on the loose” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A man inadvertently gets caught near a car explosion, and after he recovers from his injuries realizes that he has amnesia. Soon evidence begins to mount that he could be "The Claw Hammer Killer, " a serial murderer who targets for death the former patrons of a particular restaurant called Puzzles.
Who’s in it. Murder by Night stars Robert Urich as Allan Strong, Kay Lenz as Karen Hicks, Jim Metzler as Kevin Carlisle and Richard Monette as Stuart Kessler, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Murder by Night has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Murder by Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of Murder by Night tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Murder by Night (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Murder by Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Murder by Night worth watching?
- Murder by Night holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Murder by Night?
- Murder by Night stars Robert Urich, Kay Lenz, Jim Metzler, Richard Monette and Michael Ironside.
- When was Murder by Night released?
- Murder by Night was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.