Spotlight on a Murderer (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1961, Spotlight on a Murderer is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Georges Franju, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. An old count hides just before he dies to annoy his heirs. The heirs search a manor for the count's body and are killed off one by one. Jean-Marie, his fiancée Micheline, and Edwige investigate the deaths and search for the count's body.
Who’s in it. Spotlight on a Murderer stars Pierre Brasseur as Comte de Keraudren, Pascale Audret as Jeanne, Marianne Koch as Edwige and Jean-Louis Trintignant as Jean-Marie de Keraudren, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Spotlight on a Murderer 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 Spotlight on a Murderer page.
If you liked it. Fans of Spotlight on a Murderer tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Spotlight on a Murderer (1961)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Spotlight on a Murderer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Spotlight on a Murderer worth watching?
- Spotlight on a Murderer holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Spotlight on a Murderer?
- Spotlight on a Murderer stars Pierre Brasseur, Pascale Audret, Marianne Koch, Jean-Louis Trintignant and Dany Saval.
- When was Spotlight on a Murderer released?
- Spotlight on a Murderer was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.