Movie

An Act of Murder

“Mercy or Murder? Can you condemn this man?”

★ 6.9(22)19481h 31m

An Act of Murder is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home in United States. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 22 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Michael Gordon
Release date: 1948-12-05
Runtime: 1h 31m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Universal International Pictures

About An Act of Murder

An Act of Murder is a 1948 movie in the Crime and Drama genres, directed by Michael Gordon, starring Fredric March, Edmond O'Brien and Florence Eldridge. It has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 22 viewers. Below you can see where to watch An Act of Murder in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A man kills his terminally ill wife to prevent her further suffering.

Cast

Fredric March

Judge Calvin Cooke

Edmond O'Brien

David Douglas

Florence Eldridge

Catherine Cooke

Geraldine Brooks

Ellie Cooke

Stanley Ridges

Doctor Walter Morrison

John McIntire

Judge Ogden

Will Wright

Judge Jim Wilder

Virginia Brissac

Mrs. Russell

Clarence Muse

Mr. Pope

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch An Act of Murder in United States?+

In United States, An Act of Murder is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is An Act of Murder on Netflix?+

An Act of Murder is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is An Act of Murder?+

An Act of Murder has a runtime of 1 hour 31 minutes (91 minutes).

Who stars in An Act of Murder?+

An Act of Murder stars Fredric March, Edmond O'Brien, Florence Eldridge, Geraldine Brooks and Stanley Ridges.

When did An Act of Murder come out?+

An Act of Murder is a 1948 movie directed by Michael Gordon.

What genre is An Act of Murder?+

An Act of Murder is Crime and Drama film.

Who directed An Act of Murder?+

An Act of Murder was directed by Michael Gordon.