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Evil Under the Sun 1982

“Evil is everywhere. Even in paradise.”

★ 6.9/10 PG ThrillerCrimeMysteryDrama Released
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What is Evil Under the Sun?

Evil Under the Sun is a film first released in 1982. Catalogued under Thriller, Crime, Mystery, Drama.

Type
Film
Year
1982
Status
Released
Runtime
117 minutes
Release date
Mar 5, 1982
Studios
EMI Films, G.W. Films, Titan Productions
Genres
Thriller, Crime, Mystery, Drama
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84 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.6/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Thriller #Crime #Mystery

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Evil Under the Sun is a film first released in 1982. Catalogued under Thriller, Crime, Mystery, Drama. Produced and broadcast by EMI Films, G.W. Films, Titan Productions. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A charming whodunit set against a sun‑kissed resort backdrop.”

Reasons to watch
  • Peter Ustinov reprises Hercule Poirot
  • Elegant beach resort setting
  • Faithful adaptation of Agatha Christie’s mystery
Keep in mind
  • Runtime under two hours may feel brief for some viewers
  • PG rating means limited violence

Watch it if you enjoy classic Agatha Christie mysteries with a picturesque, light‑hearted tone.

The film is suitable for general audiences, offering a mild mystery with a PG rating.

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Who stars as Hercule Poirot?

Peter Ustinov plays the Belgian detective Hercule Poirot.

What is the primary setting of the film?

The story takes place at an opulent beach resort.

What genres describe the film?

It is classified as thriller, crime, mystery, and drama.

When was the film released?

Evil Under the Sun was released in the United States on March 5, 1982.

Is the film based on a novel?

Yes, it is based on Agatha Christie’s 1941 novel of the same name.

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