Murder Ordained (1987) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Murder Ordained (1987) — This is the story of a minister who's feeling unhappy in his marriage who then has an…
Murder Ordained (1987) Storyline
This is the story of a minister who's feeling unhappy in his marriage who then has an affair with a church employee, who is also married, and who also has affairs, and whose husband is unwilling to divorce her. One day the minister's wife is found dead, in what appears to be an auto accident, but the highway patrolman who investigated the accident doesn't think that it's an accident but doesn't have enough evidence to justify an investigation. Later, when the woman's husband is killed an investigation begins.
Full Cast & Crew
- Keith Carradine as Trooper John Rule
- JoBeth Williams as Lorna Anderson
- Kathy Bates as Bobbi Birk
- Guy Boyd as Mike Buckley
- Terence Knox as Martin Anderson
- Darrell Larson as Ronald Stark
- John Goodman as Hugh Rayburn
- Annabella Price as Sandy Bird
- Robert Harper as Warren
- Margot Rose as Nancy Horst
- M. Emmet Walsh as Vern Humphrey
- Terry Kinney as Tom Bird
- Anne E. Curry as Loraine Rule
- Bruce French as Bruce Linton
- Lee Garlington as Lorna's Friend
Why Watch Murder Ordained?
The Vibe: Murder Ordained is a captivating and well-crafted crime movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1987. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with crime-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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