Murder in Texas (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1981, Murder in Texas is a drama, crime and tv movie film directed by William Hale, running about 200 minutes.
What it’s about. Dramatization of the sensational Texas court case of the late '60s involving a noted Houston plastic surgeon accused of doing away with his socially prominent first wife in order to marry someone else.
Who’s in it. Murder in Texas stars Katharine Ross as Ann Kurth Hill, Sam Elliott as Dr. John Hill, Farrah Fawcett as Joan Robinson Hill and Andy Griffith as Ash Robinson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Murder in Texas has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Murder in Texas page.
If you liked it. Fans of Murder in Texas tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Murder in Texas (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Murder in Texas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Murder in Texas worth watching?
- Murder in Texas holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Murder in Texas?
- Murder in Texas stars Katharine Ross, Sam Elliott, Farrah Fawcett, Andy Griffith and G.W. Bailey.
- When was Murder in Texas released?
- Murder in Texas was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 200 minutes.