Murder by Television
“A STORY OF A PERFECT CRIME”
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James Houghland, inventor of a new method by which television signals can be instantaneously sent anywhere in the world, refuses to sell the process to television companies, who then send agents to acquire the invention any way they can. On the night of his initial broadcast Houghland is mysteriously murdered in the middle of his demonstration and it falls to Police Chief Nelson to determine who the murderer is from the many suspects present.
Cast
Bela Lugosi
as Arthur Perry
June Collyer
as June Houghland
Huntley Gordon
as Dr. Henry M. Scofield
George Meeker
as Police Chief Nelson
Charles Hill Mailes
as James Houghland
Claire McDowell
as Mrs. Houghland
Hattie McDaniel
as Isabella
Allen Jung
as Ah Ling
Henry Hall
as Hammond
Charles K. French
as Donald M. Jordan
Larry Francis
as Mendoza
Billy Sullivan
as Reardon - Watchman (as William 'Billy' Sullivan)
William H. Tooker
as Allen (as William Tooker)
Ruth Cherrington
as Party Guest (Uncredited)
Wally Dean
as Party Guest (uncredited)
Sam Harris
as Party Guest (uncredited)
Lew Hicks
as Plainclothesman (Uncredited)
Frank Meredith
as Plainclothesman (Uncredited)
Dick Rush
as Detective (Uncredited)
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Stream Murder by Television online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about thriller, mystery, horror, and science fiction movie originally produced in English and released in 1935, it's earned a solid 4.2/10 from 22 viewers worldwide.
About Murder by Television
“A STORY OF A PERFECT CRIME”
James Houghland, inventor of a new method by which television signals can be instantaneously sent anywhere in the world, refuses to sell the process to television companies, who then send agents to acquire the invention any way they can. On the night of his initial broadcast Houghland is mysteriously murdered in the middle of his demonstration and it falls to Police Chief Nelson to determine who the murderer is from the many suspects present. Running 53 minutes.
Murder by Television Cast and Characters
The cast features Bela Lugosi (as Arthur Perry), June Collyer (as June Houghland), Huntley Gordon (as Dr. Henry M. Scofield), George Meeker (as Police Chief Nelson), and Charles Hill Mailes (as James Houghland). Their performances are a major reason Murder by Television has built such a passionate audience.
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Murder by Television flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is tight pacing that earns its twists and world-building that respects the audience's intelligence. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Murder by Television online for free?
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How long is Murder by Television?
Murder by Television runs for 53 minutes (about 0.9 hour).
Is Murder by Television good? What's the rating?
Murder by Television holds a 4.2/10 rating based on 22 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Murder by Television?
The main cast includes Bela Lugosi, June Collyer, Huntley Gordon, and George Meeker, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Murder by Television available in English?
Yes — Murder by Television was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Murder by Television released?
Murder by Television was released in 1935.
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What is Murder by Television about?
Murder by Television is a Thriller/Mystery English-language film. James Houghland, inventor of a new method by which television signals can be instantaneously sent anywhere in the world, refuses to sell the process to television companies, who then send agents to acquire the invention any way they can. On the night of his initial broadcast Houghland is mysteriously murdered in the middle of his demonstration and it falls to Police Chief Nelson to determine who the murderer is from the many suspects present.
When was Murder by Television released?
Murder by Television was released on October 1, 1935. It has a runtime of 53m. The film was produced by Cameo Pictures.
Who stars in Murder by Television?
Murder by Television stars Bela Lugosi, June Collyer, Huntley Gordon and George Meeker. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Murder by Television available in HD?
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