

I Met a Murderer
1939-03-04 · 79 min · ★ 5.5
An Englishwoman who writes novels meets a farmer who has just killed his nagging wife.
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- Directors
- Roy Kellino
- Production companies
- Gamma Films Ltd., Grand National
- Countries
- United Kingdom
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
James MasonMark Warrow
Pamela MasonJo Trent
Peter CokeA Horseman
Esma CannonA Hiker
James HarcourtHay Wagon DriverTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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