A Trace of Murder vs Knives Out
Knives Out has the higher audience score (7.8/10 against 7/10 for A Trace of Murder). A Trace of Murder is the shorter watch at 1h 32m compared with 2h 11m. A Trace of Murder is the older of the two (1970 against 2019). Both are comedy, crime, mystery movies, so they suit a similar mood.
| A Trace of Murder | Knives Out | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.0/10 | ★ 7.8/10 |
| Year | 1970 | 2019 |
| Length | 1h 32m | 2h 11m |
| Genres | Comedy, Crime, Mystery, TV Movie | Comedy, Crime, Mystery |
| Country | – | – |
| Director | Vincent McEveety | Rian Johnson |
| Main cast | Peter Falk, Barry Corbin, David Rasche, Shera Danese | Michael Shannon, LaKeith Stanfield, Chris Evans, Jaeden Martell, Don Johnson |
Synopsis
A Trace of Murder
While investigating a murder of a millionaire's business rival, Columbo becomes suspicious when a police forensics expert and the millionaire's wife let slip an in-depth knowledge of the case - and each other.
Knives Out
When renowned crime novelist Harlan Thrombey is found dead at his estate just after his 85th birthday, the inquisitive and debonair Detective Benoit Blanc is mysteriously enlisted to investigate. From Harlan's dysfunctional family to his devoted staff, Blanc sifts through a web of red herrings and self-serving lies to uncover the truth behind Harlan's untimely death.
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