Evil Under the Sun (1982): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Evil Under the Sun is a 1982 mystery drama directed by Guy Hamilton, starring James Mason, Roddy McDowall and Peter Ustinov. It is partly based on Evil Under the Sun by Agatha Christie. It runs 1 hour 57 minutes and earned $6.1 million worldwide. Critics gave it 92% on Rotten Tomatoes and 61 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 57m (117 min)
- Director
- Guy Hamilton
- Original language
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English - After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Evil Under the Sun About?
The premise of Evil Under the Sun without spoilers, adapted from Evil Under the Sun by Agatha Christie. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A renowned detective investigates the death of a glamorous actress at a lavish resort in the Balkans. As Hercule Poirot delves into the case, he finds himself entangled in a web of secrets, lies, and suspicious characters among the wealthy guests. With fame and fortune at stake, Poirot must carefully examine the relationships and hidden motives of those present to discover the killer and expose the evil lurking beneath the sun.
Evil Under the Sun Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- based on novel
- hercule poirot character
- whodunnit mystery
- ensemble cast
- bare chested male
- man in swimsuit
- homosexual
- beach
- whodunit
- hideout in a cave
- aerial camera shot
- astronomical object in title
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- director cameo
- ustinov and mason
- ustinov and m. smith
- speedo
- sequel
- third in a series
- third film in a series
- mediterranean island
- north yorkshire moors
- dead body
- millionaire
- industrialist
- knocked unconscious
- fictional european country
- belgian
- murdered woman
- married couple
- hotel owner
- balkan
- hotel proprietor
- quarrel
- matrimonial squabble
- montage
- murder investigation
- loss of wife
- witness interview
- author
- flashback
- murder mystery
- hit on the head with a rock
- murderous couple
- bigamist
- cozy mystery
- wealth
- cuckold
- parasite
- hollywood elite
- social parasite
Evil Under the Sun Cast
James Mason leads the cast, with Roddy McDowall and Peter Ustinov. Directed by Guy Hamilton; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Guy Hamilton
Also Starring in Evil Under the Sun
· 6 moreMore from Guy Hamilton
More films directed by Guy Hamilton, best-rated first: Goldfinger, Live and Let Die, Force 10 from Navarone and The Man with the Golden Gun.
Evil Under the Sun Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Evil Under the Sun 92% on Rotten Tomatoes and 61 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 92% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 74%
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Metacritic 61 Metascore
User score 7.1
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TMDB 69% User score
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Evil Under the Sun Plot Summary
What happens in Evil Under the Sun from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The enigmatic Belgian detective Hercule Poirot arrives at what seems to be a serene vacation paradise located on an enchanting island in the Adriatic Sea. However, beneath the idyllic surface lies a dark reality where evil is not reserved for the shadows, as it can lurk even in the most beautiful corners of the world.
The tranquility of the resort is shattered when the former actress, Arlena Marshall, known for her ability to repel those around her, is found strangled on the sandy beach. This shocking event leaves everyone at the resort as potential suspects, each harboring their own motives for wanting her dead, though they all maintain seemingly watertight alibis. Amid the chaos of accusations and whispered secrets, Poirot’s keen investigative instincts are put into action.
Full summary
The whole story of Evil Under the Sun, scene by scene
Evil Under the Sun Box Office
Evil Under the Sun grossed $6.1 million worldwide. $6.1 million came from the US and Canada and $804 (0%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$6.1M
- US & Canada
- $6.1M
- International
- $804
Evil Under the Sun Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Evil Under the Sun.
How Well Do You Know Evil Under the Sun?
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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Who is the main detective in the movie?
Cars in Evil Under the Sun
3 cars on screen, including the 1932 Fiat 508 Balilla and the 1928 Ford Model A.
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1932 Fiat 508 Balilla Minor role -
1928 Ford Model A Minor role -
1938 Wolseley 14/60 Minor role
Evil Under the Sun Also Known As
28 alternative titles, including “Nyaraló gyilkosok” and “Agatha Christie: Das Böse unter der Sonne”.
- Also known as
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- Nyaraló gyilkosok
- Agatha Christie: Das Böse unter der Sonne
- Morte ao Sol
- Zlo pod sluncem
- 午日奇屍
- Hercule Poirot Mord I Solen
- 백주의 악마
- Meurtre au soleil
- Δύο Εγκλήματα Κάτω από τον Ήλιο
- Muerte bajo el sol
- Das Böse unter der Sonne
- Delitto sotto il sole
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- Зло под солнцем
- Mord på ljusa dagen
- 阳光下的罪恶
- Mord i solen
- Έγκλημα Κάτω από τον Ήλιο
- Ölüm Oyunu
- Assassinato Num Dia de Sol
- 地中海殺人事件
- 陽光下的罪惡
- Зло под слънцето
- Zło czai się wszędzie
- Mort sota el sol
- Zlo pod soncem
- Zlo pod slnkom
- Зло під сонцем
- Án Mạng Dưới Ánh Mặt Trời
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Evil Under the Sun FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, the book behind it and post-credit scenes of Evil Under the Sun, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Evil Under the Sun?
Evil Under the Sun runs 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).
When was Evil Under the Sun released?
Evil Under the Sun was released on March 5, 1982.
Who directed Evil Under the Sun?
Evil Under the Sun was directed by Guy Hamilton.
More films by Guy Hamilton Who is in the cast of Evil Under the Sun?
Evil Under the Sun stars James Mason, Roddy McDowall and Peter Ustinov, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Evil Under the Sun make at the box office?
Evil Under the Sun grossed $6.1 million worldwide ($6.1 million domestic, $804 international).
How is Evil Under the Sun rated?
Evil Under the Sun has 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, 61 on Metacritic and 69% on TMDB.
Is Evil Under the Sun based on a book?
Yes. Evil Under the Sun is partly adapted from Evil Under the Sun by Agatha Christie.
Does Evil Under the Sun have a post-credit scene?
No. Evil Under the Sun has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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