Murder on the Emerald Seas (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 1973, Murder on the Emerald Seas is a comedy and crime film directed by Alan Ormsby, running about 85 minutes. “Oh, the humiliations of a cop in drag!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In order to infiltrate a gang of drug smugglers, a cop is sent undercover to participate in a drag-queen beauty contest aboard a cruise ship.
Who’s in it. Murder on the Emerald Seas stars Kaye Stevens as Officer Fulton, Roberts Blossom as Sherwood Gates, Gay Perkins as Lucy McRae and Frank Logan as Chief Willinghand, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Murder on the Emerald Seas 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 on the Emerald Seas page.
If you liked it. Fans of Murder on the Emerald Seas tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Murder on the Emerald Seas (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Murder on the Emerald Seas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Murder on the Emerald Seas worth watching?
- Murder on the Emerald Seas holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Murder on the Emerald Seas?
- Murder on the Emerald Seas stars Kaye Stevens, Roberts Blossom, Gay Perkins, Frank Logan and Robert Perault.
- When was Murder on the Emerald Seas released?
- Murder on the Emerald Seas was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.