Murder, My Sweet (1944)
Kernel Score: 80% · 254 ratings
Genres: Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Released: 1944-12-14
Runtime: 95 minutes
Where to watch Murder, My Sweet
- Stream: Artiflix
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
After being hired to find an ex-con's former girlfriend, Philip Marlowe is drawn into a deeply complex web of mystery and deceit.
Murder, My Sweet parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Murder, My Sweet is a classic film noir mystery involving a private detective and dangerous femme fatales.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Includes noir-style violence, deceit, and a sedation/hallucinogenic drug subplot typical of the genre.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — Features a hallucinogenic drug and sedation used as plot devices.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Edward Dmytryk
Cast
- Dick Powell as Philip Marlowe
- Claire Trevor as Helen Grayle
- Anne Shirley as Ann Grayle
- Otto Kruger as Jules Amthor
- Mike Mazurki as Joe "Moose" Malloy
- Miles Mander as Leuwen Grayle
- Douglas Walton as Lindsay Marriott
- Donald Douglas as Police Lt. Randall
- Ralf Harolde as Dr. Sonderborg
- Esther Howard as Jesse Florian
Murder, My Sweet FAQ
Is Murder, My Sweet good?
Murder, My Sweet has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 254 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Murder, My Sweet?
In the US you can stream Murder, My Sweet on Artiflix and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Murder, My Sweet OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Murder, My Sweet is a classic film noir mystery involving a private detective and dangerous femme fatales.
What movies are like Murder, My Sweet?
If you liked Murder, My Sweet, try Witness for the Prosecution, The Big Sleep, Kiss Me Deadly and Insomnia.