Murder by the Clock (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1931, Murder by the Clock is a horror and mystery film directed by Edward Sloman, running about 76 minutes. “Three Murders Done-But Only Two Persons Die!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A policeman (William Boyd) investigates a woman's (Lilyan Tashman) link to murders that are preceded by a shrilling horn inside a family mausoleum.
Who’s in it. Murder by the Clock stars William 'Stage' Boyd as Lt. Valcour, Lilyan Tashman as Laura Endicott, Irving Pichel as Philip Endicott and Regis Toomey as Office Cassidy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Murder by the Clock 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 Murder by the Clock page.
If you liked it. Fans of Murder by the Clock tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Murder by the Clock (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Murder by the Clock change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Murder by the Clock worth watching?
- Murder by the Clock holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Murder by the Clock?
- Murder by the Clock stars William 'Stage' Boyd, Lilyan Tashman, Irving Pichel, Regis Toomey and Sally O'Neil.
- When was Murder by the Clock released?
- Murder by the Clock was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.