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A Murder of Crows (2010): Cast & Plot

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A Murder of Crows is a 2010 documentary directed by Susan Fleming, starring Nora Young. It runs 52 minutes.

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A Murder of Crows (2010) movie poster
Released
Runtime
52 min
Director
Susan Fleming
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is A Murder of Crows About?

The premise of A Murder of Crows without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Crows inhabit every continent except Antarctica and appear in myths worldwide, ranging from tricksters to omens of death. Though a “murder” simply means a flock, recent research shows they rank among the planet’s smartest animals. They use tools like elephants and chimpanzees, recognize 250 distinct calls, and can remember individual human faces for up to two years.

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Cast & crew

A Murder of Crows Cast

Nora Young stars in A Murder of Crows. Directed by Susan Fleming.

Plot

A Murder of Crows Plot Summary

What happens in A Murder of Crows from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Raylan is called to the courtroom to testify in a complex legal battle surrounding Dewey Crowe, a man with a history of chaotic troubles. In a surprising turn, Judge Reardon awards Dewey release and a sizable compensation of $300,000, a decision that leaves everyone watching stunned and weighing the consequences as Dewey walks free.

Full summary

The whole story of A Murder of Crows, scene by scene

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know A Murder of Crows?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Which U.S. Marshal testifies in court at the beginning of the film?

Details

A Murder of Crows Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “La inteligencia del cuervo” and “Hejno vran”.

Also known as
  • La inteligencia del cuervo
  • Hejno vran
  • 乌鸦

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FAQ

A Murder of Crows FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of A Murder of Crows, each answered in a sentence.

How long is A Murder of Crows?

A Murder of Crows runs 52 minutes.

When was A Murder of Crows released?

A Murder of Crows was released on October 24, 2010.

Who directed A Murder of Crows?

A Murder of Crows was directed by Susan Fleming.

More films by Susan Fleming

Who is in the cast of A Murder of Crows?

A Murder of Crows stars Nora Young.

Does A Murder of Crows have a post-credit scene?

No. A Murder of Crows has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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