Murder in the Music Hall (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 4.2

Released in 1946, Murder in the Music Hall is a crime, mystery and music film directed by John English, running about 84 minutes. “12 words of love, 6 lives of terror!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An orchestra leader turns sleuth to clear his ice-skating girlfriend for murder.
Who’s in it. Murder in the Music Hall stars Vera Ralston as Lila Laughton, William Marshall as Don Jordan, Helen Walker as Millicent and Nancy Kelly as Rita Morgan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, Murder in the Music Hall 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 in the Music Hall page.
If you liked it. Fans of Murder in the Music Hall tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Murder in the Music Hall (1946)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Murder in the Music Hall change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Murder in the Music Hall worth watching?
- Murder in the Music Hall holds an audience score of 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime, mystery and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Murder in the Music Hall?
- Murder in the Music Hall stars Vera Ralston, William Marshall, Helen Walker, Nancy Kelly and William Gargan.
- When was Murder in the Music Hall released?
- Murder in the Music Hall was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.
