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A Slight Case of Murder

“Homicide. Seduction. Betrayal. The classics never go out of style.”

★ 6.5(24)19991h 34m

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Good to know

Director: Steven Schachter
Release date: 1999-09-19
Runtime: 1h 34m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Firebrand Productions

About A Slight Case of Murder

A Slight Case of Murder is a 1999 movie in the Mystery, Comedy and Crime genres, directed by Steven Schachter, starring William H. Macy, Adam Arkin and Felicity Huffman. It has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 24 viewers. Below you can see where to watch A Slight Case of Murder in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In the midst of a spat, film critic Terry Thorpe accidentally kills his lover. Though Thorpe covers his tracks, he raises the suspicions of a private investigator, who then tries to blackmail him. Thorpe also falls under the watchful eye of Detective Fred Stapelli, a cop who is intent on becoming a screenwriter. Before long, Thorpe's girlfriend, Kit, and Stapelli's wife, Patricia, are roped into the case.

Cast

William H. Macy

Terry Thorpe

Adam Arkin

Detective Fred Stapelli

Felicity Huffman

Kit Wannamaker

James Cromwell

John Edgarson

Julia Campbell

Patricia Stapelli

James Pickens Jr.

Detective Larry Gray

Paul Mazursky

John Brant

Vincent Pastore

Cabby

Michael McMurtry

Scott

Stephanie Belding

Laura Penny

Vik Sahay

Bob

Wenna Shaw

Brant's Assistant

Themes & keywords

new york cityblackmaildetectivemurderdrugsfilm critic

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch A Slight Case of Murder in Canada?+

A Slight Case of Murder is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is A Slight Case of Murder on Netflix?+

A Slight Case of Murder is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is A Slight Case of Murder?+

A Slight Case of Murder has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

Who stars in A Slight Case of Murder?+

A Slight Case of Murder stars William H. Macy, Adam Arkin, Felicity Huffman, James Cromwell and Julia Campbell.

When did A Slight Case of Murder come out?+

A Slight Case of Murder is a 1999 movie directed by Steven Schachter.

What genre is A Slight Case of Murder?+

A Slight Case of Murder is Mystery, Comedy, Crime and TV Movie film.

Who directed A Slight Case of Murder?+

A Slight Case of Murder was directed by Steven Schachter.