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Death on the Nile (1978)

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A murderer strikes on board the luxury Nile steamer Karnak – and Hercule Poirot faces his most baffling case.

As Hercule Poirot enjoys a luxurious cruise down the Nile, a newlywed heiress is found murdered on board and every elegant passenger becomes a prime suspect.

Cast & Crew

Director
John Guillermin
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    Hercule Poirot Peter Ustinov
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    Louise Bourget Jane Birkin
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    Linnet Ridgeway Doyle Lois Chiles
  • Profile picture of Bette Davis
    Marie Van Schuyler Bette Davis
  • Profile picture of Mia Farrow
    Jacqueline de Bellefort Mia Farrow
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    James Ferguson Jon Finch
  • Profile picture of Olivia Hussey
    Rosalie Otterbourne Olivia Hussey
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    Mr. Choudhury I.S. Johar

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