Murder by the Book (1987) Murder by the Book

Murder by the Book ★★½ Alter Ego 1987 A mystery writer finds that his fictional character, a hard-boiled private eye, has taken control of his life. With his new macho persona the writer solves a crime and saves the obligatory dame. Based on the novel "Alter Ego" by Mel Arrighi. 100m/C VHS. Robert Hays, Catherine Mary Stewart, Celeste Holm, Fred Gwynne, Christopher Murney; Director: Mel Damski. TV

At-a-glance
Year Released 1987
Length (in minutes) 100
Display Color
Formats VHS
National Film Registry
Credits
Role Name
Actor Robert Hays
Actor Celeste Holm
Actor Catherine Mary Stewart
Actor Christopher Murney
Actor Fred Gwynne
Director Mel Damski