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Murder by Decree

Where:

England

When:

The 1880s

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 its 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.

Released in 1979 — 124 minutes

Genres:

Crime Mystery Thriller

Language:

English