Murder On The Orient Express(2017) May 2026

All Aboard the Mystery Express: Is the 2017 Remake Worth the Ride?

Set in 1934, the story follows world-renowned Belgian detective (played by Branagh himself). While traveling on the luxury Orient Express, the train is stalled by an avalanche. In the dead of night, an American businessman, Edward Ratchett ( Johnny Depp ), is found murdered in his cabin. Murder on the Orient Express(2017)

With the train stuck and the killer still on board, Poirot must interrogate a diverse group of elite passengers, including: Judi Dench The Widow: Michelle Pfeiffer The Governess: Daisy Ridley The Professor: Willem Dafoe 🎨 Visuals and Style One of the film's strongest assets is its sheer beauty. All Aboard the Mystery Express: Is the 2017

Shot on 65mm film, the visuals are crisp and expansive ( Agatha Christie Wiki ). In the dead of night, an American businessman,

Some viewers found the middle act to be a bit slow or "plodding" compared to more modern thrillers ( Rotten Tomatoes ).