Please Murder Me! (1956) is a taut courtroom‑driven film noir directed by Peter Godfrey, starring Raymond Burr and Angela Lansbury.
The story follows attorney Craig Carlson, who successfully defends his lover Angela against a murder charge. But when he realizes she manipulated him and betrayed his trust, he sets out to expose her guilt — even if it costs him his own life. With its sharp dialogue, moral ambiguity, and Lansbury’s chilling performance, Please Murder Me! is a noir gem that blends courtroom drama with psychological suspense.
Film Details
Title: Please Murder Me!
Year: 1956
Genre: Film Noir / Crime / Courtroom Drama
Director: Peter Godfrey
Starring:
Raymond Burr as Craig Carlson
Angela Lansbury as Myra Leeds
Dick Foran as Joe Leeds
John Dehner
Runtime: Approx. 78 minutes
Studio: Parklane Pictures
Distributor: United Artists
Country: United States
Format: Black‑and‑white
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