Murder in Music City (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film
Released in 1979, Murder in Music City is a mystery and tv movie film directed by Leo Penn, running about 95 minutes. “Sonny Bono buys a Nashville detective agency for a song. But someone's out to cancel his contract — permanently!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A songwriter buys a detective agency as a tax shelter, but stumbles into a real case when a dead body turns up in the suite he and his new bride are staying in.
Who’s in it. Murder in Music City stars Sonny Bono as Sonny Hunt, Lee Purcell as Samantha Hunt, Lucille Benson as Mrs. Bloom and Claude Akins as Billy West, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Murder in Music City page.
If you liked it. Fans of Murder in Music City tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Murder in Music City (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Murder in Music City change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Murder in Music City?
- Murder in Music City stars Sonny Bono, Lee Purcell, Lucille Benson, Claude Akins and Belinda Montgomery.
- When was Murder in Music City released?
- Murder in Music City was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.