Three Cases of Murder (1955)

Overview

An atmospheric British omnibus film presenting three tales of murder and the supernatural. In “In the Picture,” a museum attendant is drawn into the eerie world within a painting. In “You Killed Elizabeth,” two lifelong friends become suspects when the woman they both love is murdered. In “Lord Mountdrago,” a disgraced politician seeks revenge on a powerful statesman by exploiting his dreams. Linked by a recurring figure, the film blends psychological horror, mystery, and fantasy across its three interconnected stories.

Cast

Orson Welles

Lord Mountdrago ("Lord Mountdrago" segment)

John Gregson

Edgar Curtain ("You Killed Elizabeth" segment)

Elizabeth Sellars

Elizabeth ("You Killed Elizabeth" segment)

Emrys Jones

George Wheeler ("You Killed Elizabeth" segment)

Alan Badel

Owen (segment "Lord Mountdrago") / Mr. X (segment "In the Picture") / Harry (segment "You Killed Elizabeth")

André Morell

Dr. Audlin ("Lord Mountdrago" segment)