Murder by Decree Cast
The cast of Murder by Decree.
Christopher Plummer
as Sherlock Holmes

Christopher Plummer plays the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes, known for his sharp intellect and deductive reasoning.

James Mason
as Dr. John H. Watson

James Mason portrays Dr. John H. Watson, Sherlock Holmes' loyal companion and friend.

David Hemmings
as Inspector Foxborough

David Hemmings takes on the role of Inspector Foxborough, a diligent investigator involved in solving the Jack the Ripper case.

Susan Clark
as Mary Kelly

Susan Clark embodies the character of Mary Kelly, a victim of Jack the Ripper and a key figure in the mystery.

Anthony Quayle
as Sir Charles Warren

Anthony Quayle is Sir Charles Warren, a historical figure and the Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police during the Jack the Ripper murders.

John Gielgud
as Prime Minister Lord Salisbury

John Gielgud plays the role of Prime Minister Lord Salisbury, a prominent political figure in the investigation of the Jack the Ripper case.

Frank Finlay
as Inspector Lestrade

Frank Finlay portrays Inspector Lestrade, a character often seen alongside Sherlock Holmes in various adaptations.

Donald Sutherland
as Robert Lees

Donald Sutherland is Robert Lees, a historical figure and an important witness in the Jack the Ripper case.

Geneviève Bujold
as Annie Crook

Geneviève Bujold takes on the role of Annie Crook, a character central to the Jack the Ripper mystery.

Chris Wiggins
as Doctor Hardy

Chris Wiggins is Doctor Hardy, a character involved in the medical aspects of the Jack the Ripper investigation.

Tedde Moore
as Mrs. Lees

Tedde Moore portrays Mrs. Lees, a character linked to key events in the Jack the Ripper case.

Peter Jonfield
as William Slade

Peter Jonfield plays William Slade, a character connected to the unfolding events related to the Jack the Ripper murders.

Roy Lansford
as Sir Thomas Spivey
Catherine Kessler
as Carrie
Ron Pember
as Makins
June Brown
as Anne Chapman
Ken Jones
as Dock Guard
Terry Duggan
as Danny
Hilary Sesta
as Catherine Eddowes
Anthony May
as Lanier
Betty Woolfe
as Mrs. Dobson
Iris Fry
as Elizabeth Stride
Geoffrey Russell
as Home Secretary Henry Matthews
Peggy Ann Clifford
as Lees' Housekeeper
Ann Mitchell
as Jane
Katherine Stark
as Molly
Elaine Ives-Cameron
as Ellen
Stella Courtney
as Betty
Judy Wilson
as Emily
Roy Pattison
as Carroll
Victor Langley
as Prince of Wales
Pamela Abbott
as Princess Alexandra
Robin Marchal
as Duke of Clarence
Richard Pescud
as Doctor
Pat Brackenbury
as Nurse
Dan Long
as Constable Long
Michael Cashman
as Constable Watkins
Tony Clarkin
as Police Sergeant (uncredited)
Peter Dean
as Police Constable (uncredited)
Jim McManus
as Policeman (uncredited)
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