The Alphabet Murders (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1965, The Alphabet Murders is a comedy, crime and mystery film directed by Frank Tashlin, running about 90 minutes. “It's really no mystery why this girl is MURDER... it's as simple as ABC if you look hard enough!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Belgian detective Hercule Poirot investigates a series of murders in London in which the victims are killed according to their initials.
Who’s in it. The Alphabet Murders stars Tony Randall as Hercule Poirot, Anita Ekberg as Amanda Beatrice Cross, Robert Morley as Hastings and Maurice Denham as Japp, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Alphabet Murders 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 The Alphabet Murders page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Alphabet Murders tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Alphabet Murders (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Alphabet Murders change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Alphabet Murders worth watching?
- The Alphabet Murders holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Alphabet Murders?
- The Alphabet Murders stars Tony Randall, Anita Ekberg, Robert Morley, Maurice Denham and Guy Rolfe.
- When was The Alphabet Murders released?
- The Alphabet Murders was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.