The Murders in the Rue Morgue
A detective comes out of retirement to help his daughter's fiance prove that he did not commit a series of murders.
Why it matters
A Victorian-set locked-room mystery that trades Poe’s gothic dread for procedural intrigue and a starry cast.
- George C. Scott’s gruff gravitas anchors a detective story more cerebral than suspenseful.
- Val Kilmer and Rebecca De Mornay add charisma, though the film leans on dialogue over atmosphere.
- A faithful adaptation of Poe’s story, focusing on puzzle-solving rather than pure horror chills.
- Best for fans of period mysteries craving a horror adjacent experience, not for those seeking visceral scares or classic gothic mood.
Director
4 horror films in catalog
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
14
Slow Burn
17
Psychological
43
Supernatural
0
Creature
36
Disturbing
17
Fun Factor
33
Cerebral
0
Survival
33
