The Bishop Murder Case
“ALL-TALKING!...ALL-THRILLS!”
Synopsis
The murders start with the body of Robin. He is found with a arrow through the heart, but Vance deduces that the body was placed and not found where he was killed. The note found dealing with the murder was part of a nursery rhyme and signed by 'Bishop'. The only witness may have been Mrs. Drukker and Adolph, but they are not talking. As the murders progress, each one is accompanied by a nursery rhyme. It is up to Philo Vance to unravel the clues and unmask the identity of the murderer 'Bishop'.
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Basil Rathbone
Philo Vance
Leila Hyams
Belle Dillard
Roland Young
Sigurd 'Erik' Arnesson
Alec B. Francis
Professor Bertrand Dillard
George F. Marion
Adolph Drukker
Zelda Sears
Mrs. Otto Drukker
Bodil Rosing
Grete Menzel
Carroll Nye
John E. Sprigg
Charles Quatermaine
John Pardee (as Charles Quartermaine)
James Donlan
Ernest Heath
Sidney Bracey
Pyne (as Sydney Bracey)
Clarence Geldart
John F.-X. Markham
Delmer Daves
Raymond Sperling
Nellie Bly Baker
Beedle
Marcia Mae Jones
Hungry Child in Park (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 31, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nick Grindé, David Burton
- Screenplay & Story
- S.S. Van Dine, Lenore J. Coffee
- Original Title
- The Bishop Murder Case
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nick Grindé, David Burton
S.S. Van Dine, Lenore J. Coffee
Roy F. Overbaugh
William LeVanway
Department Leadership Roster
Nick Grindé
Director
David Burton
Director
Lenore J. Coffee
Writer
Henrietta Frazer
Costume Design
Roy F. Overbaugh
Director of Photography
William LeVanway
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Bishop Murder Case
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What is The Bishop Murder Case about?
The murders start with the body of Robin. He is found with a arrow through the heart, but Vance deduces that the body was placed and not found where he was killed. The note found dealing with the murder was part of a nursery rhyme and signed by 'Bishop'. The only witness may have been Mrs. Drukker and Adolph, but they are not talking. As the murders progress, each one is accompanied by a nursery rhyme. It is up to Philo Vance to unravel the clues and unmask the identity of the murderer 'Bishop'.
Who directed The Bishop Murder Case?
The Bishop Murder Case was directed by Nick Grindé, David Burton.
Who stars in The Bishop Murder Case?
The principal cast of The Bishop Murder Case includes Basil Rathbone, Leila Hyams, Roland Young, Alec B. Francis, George F. Marion.
When was The Bishop Murder Case released and how long is it?
The Bishop Murder Case was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Is The Bishop Murder Case based on a book or true story?
The Bishop Murder Case is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "S.S. Van Dine".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Bishop Murder Case?
The Bishop Murder Case holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).