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The Bishop Murder Case

The investigation begins when the body of a man known as "Cock Robin" is discovered with an arrow lodged in his heart on an archery range, accompanied by a cryptic chess bishop clue, prompting renowned detective Philo Vance to take on the case.

The gruesome murders of Robin and others begin with a body found with an arrow through the heart, but the crime scene is staged. A cryptic note, signed by 'Bishop', is discovered, referencing a nursery rhyme. The only potential witnesses, Mrs. Drukker and Adolph, remain tight-lipped. As the killings continue, each is linked to a nursery rhyme. Philo Vance must decipher the clues to uncover the true identity of the cunning 'Bishop'.

Info about The Bishop Murder Case

Studio(s): Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Originally Released: United States, Dec 31, 1929

Production Country: United States

Genres:Drama, Mystery, Crime

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