Murder On The Orient Express (1974)

Murder on the Orient Express is a 1974 British mystery film directed by Sidney Lumet and produced by John Brabourne and Richard Goodwin. The film is based on Agatha Christie's 1934 novel of the same name. When his transcontinental luxury train is stuck by severe snow in December 1935, detective Hercule Poirot is charged with solving a murder that occurred the night before in his car.

The film was a box office and critical hit. Although Bergman played a minor role in this Agatha Christie adaption, she won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. And the film was nominated for five additional Oscars: Best Actor (Finney), Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Original Score, Best Cinematography, and Best Costume Design at the 47th Academy Awards.

Detailed Information:

Directed by: Sidney Lumet

Starring: Albert Finney, Lauren Bacall, Martin Balsam, Ingrid Bergman

Release date: 21 November 1974 (UK)
Running time: 128 minutes