Deathtrap

The trap is set... For a wickedly funny who'll-do-it.

19821h 56m6.7(324 votes)

ComedyCrimeDrama

Synopsis

A Broadway playwright puts murder in his plan to take credit for a student's script.

Deathtrap (1982) is a comedy, crime, and drama film directed by Sidney Lumet. It stars Michael Caine, Christopher Reeve, and Dyan Cannon. The film runs for 1 hour 56 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.7 out of 10 from 324 votes.

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Director

Sidney Lumet

Cast

Michael Caine

Sidney Bruhl

Christopher Reeve

Clifford Anderson

Dyan Cannon

Myra Bruhl

Irene Worth

Helga ten Dorp

Henry Jones

Porter Milgrim

Joe Silver

Seymour Starger

Tony DiBenedetto

Burt

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Is Deathtrap Worth Watching?

If you enjoy fans of comedy, crime, and drama, Deathtrap is worth a spot on your watchlist. The surest way to know is to see whether the friends who share your taste actually loved it—that is exactly what FriendsRecommend shows you before you press play.

Frequently Asked Questions About Deathtrap

Where can I watch Deathtrap?

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Who stars in Deathtrap?

Deathtrap stars Michael Caine, Christopher Reeve, Dyan Cannon, and Irene Worth, and was directed by Sidney Lumet.

How long is Deathtrap?

Deathtrap has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes.

When did Deathtrap come out?

Deathtrap was released in 1982.

What genre is Deathtrap?

Deathtrap is a comedy, crime, and drama film.

Is Deathtrap worth watching?

Deathtrap holds an average audience score of 6.7 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.