Where to watch Murder by Decree (1979) in the UK
Murder by Decree (1979) is currently available to stream in the UK on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
The Jack the Ripper Murders. Sherlock Holmes lifts the veil of secrecy, corruption and terror at the heart of the throne of England itself. Clue by clue... Murder by murder...
Sherlock Holmes is drawn into the case of Jack the Ripper, who is killing prostitutes in London's East End. Assisted by Dr. Watson, and using information provided by a renowned psychic, Robert Lees, Holmes finds that the murders may have their roots in a Royal indiscretion and that a cover-up is being managed by politicians at the highest level, all of whom happen to be Masons.
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Christopher PlummerSherlock Holmes -
James MasonDr. Watson -
David HemmingsInspector Foxborough -
Susan ClarkMary Kelly -
Anthony QuayleSir Charles Warren -
John GielgudPrime Minister -
Frank FinlayInspector Lestrade -
Donald SutherlandRobert Lees
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Murder by Decree — frequently asked questions
Where can I stream Murder by Decree in the UK?
Murder by Decree (1979) is currently included in subscriptions to Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.
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Murder by Decree is currently included with: Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel.
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