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Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers (2024): Cast & Ratings

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Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers is a 2024 mystery drama directed by Terry Ingram, starring Alissa Skovbye as Emma Vanderbilt-Cross, James Drew Dean and April Telek. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes. It holds 64% on TMDB.

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Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 24m (84 min)
Director
Terry Ingram
Genres
Mystery , Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers About?

The premise of Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers without spoilers.

During the summer of 1895, the wealthy elite descend upon Newport, Rhode Island, for a season of lavish balls, elegant garden parties, and thrilling yacht races. Emma Vanderbilt-Cross, a twenty-one-year-old writer for the Newport Observer, fearlessly covers these events while navigating her own family’s connection to the prominent Vanderbilt family. As she observes the opulence and social intricacies of Newport’s high society, a dark secret threatens to unravel the gilded facade.

Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers Themes & Keywords

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  • hallmark movie
  • year 1895
  • seven word title
  • television movie
  • the vanderbilt family
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Cast & crew

Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers Cast & Characters

Alissa Skovbye leads the cast as Emma Vanderbilt-Cross, with James Drew Dean as Brady Cross and April Telek as Aunt Alice. Directed by Terry Ingram; 17 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Terry Ingram

More films directed by Terry Ingram, best-rated first: Happy Howlidays, Journey to You, My Argentine Heart and Making Waves.

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Ratings

Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers Reviews & Ratings

Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers holds 64% on TMDB. Our Echo Score gives it 35/100, strongest in sensory experience (40) and weakest in rewatch factor (30).

35 /100

Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers Echo Score Breakdown

Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers leans on a familiar cosy‑mystery formula but struggles to translate the source material into a compelling film. While the premise offers a period‑setting whodunnit, the execution is hampered by uneven pacing, underdeveloped characters, and noticeable production shortcuts. Viewers note occasional visual charm in the antiques and set pieces, yet these brief highlights cannot offset the broader shortcomings. Consequently, the movie delivers limited appeal beyond a single, subdued viewing.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 38

    In terms of art and craft, the film presents modest production values, with certain set pieces receiving modest praise. Critics note that while some costumes and locations appear attractive, many period details are inaccurate and the overall visual cohesion suffers. The editing feels slow, contributing to a dragged‑out rhythm. Overall, the artistic execution is uneven, yielding a below‑average assessment.

  • Character & Emotion 30

    When it comes to character and emotion, performances are widely regarded as flat and wooden, limiting audience connection. Several reviewers highlight the lead actress’s inconsistent delivery and a lack of believable chemistry among the ensemble. Although a handful of supporting actors receive occasional commendation, the majority of portrayals feel expressionless. This collective weakness results in a low character score.

  • Story & Flow 35

    Regarding story and flow, the plot is described as slow, bland, and occasionally incoherent. Reviewers cite predictable mystery beats, weak pacing, and implausible character reactions that undermine engagement. While a few note that the core mystery has modest intrigue, the surrounding narrative flaws dominate perception. The overall storytelling therefore lands in the lower‑mid range.

  • Sensory Experience 40

    In sensory experience, the film offers occasional visual appeal through period antiques and a festive clambake scene. However, numerous criticisms target inaccurate costuming, mismatched locations, and anachronistic casting choices that disrupt immersion. Soundtrack and audio design receive little comment, suggesting they are unremarkable. The mixed feedback leads to a modest sensory rating.

  • Rewatch Factor 30

    Assessing rewatch factor, most viewers express little desire to return to the film, citing its sluggish pace and unmemorable narrative. While a minority mention a willingness to give the series another chance, the prevailing sentiment is that the movie lacks lasting appeal. Consequently, its replay value is judged to be low.

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Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers?

Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

When was Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers released?

Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers was released on February 2, 2024.

Who directed Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers?

Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers was directed by Terry Ingram.

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Who is in the cast of Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers?

Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers stars Alissa Skovbye as Emma Vanderbilt-Cross, James Drew Dean as Brady Cross and April Telek as Aunt Alice, among 17 credited actors.

How is Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers rated?

Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers has 64% on TMDB.

Does Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers have a post-credit scene?

No. Gilded Newport Mysteries: Murder at the Breakers has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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