Murder in Texas (TV 1981)

Based on a true story, this film tells of a plastic surgeon who was suspected of causing the death of his first wife, the daughter of a wealthy member of Houston society. The doctor then ... See full summary »

Director:

William Hale

Writers:

Ann Kurth (book), John McGreevey

Stars:

Katharine Ross, Sam Elliott, Farrah Fawcett

Nominated for 1 Golden Globe. Another 1 win & 2 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Katharine Ross	...	Ann Kurth Hill
Sam Elliott	...	Dr. John Hill
Farrah Fawcett	...	Joan Robinson Hill
Andy Griffith	...	Ash Robinson
G.W. Bailey	...	Richard 'Racehorse' Haynes
Barry Corbin	...	Dist. Atty. McMasters
Pamela Myers	...	Mary
Craig T. Nelson	...	Jack Ramsey
Royce Wallace	...	Wilma
Dimitra Arliss	...	Gina Meier
Jude Farese	...	Casselli
Philip Sterling	...	Dr. Helpern
Vernon Weddle	...	Dr. Joe
Lesley Woods	...	Reah Robinson
Parley Baer	...	Ann's attorney

Storyline

Based on a true story, this film tells of a plastic surgeon who was suspected of causing the death of his first wife, the daughter of a wealthy member of Houston society. The doctor then marries his mistress, whom he had been keeping during his marriage. His former father-in-law, convinced that his daughter was murdered, determines to see the doctor punished.

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Plot Keywords:

doctor | plastic surgeon | sociopath | plastic surgery | poisoning | 

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Genres:

Drama

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

3 May 1981 (USA)

Also Known As:

Asesinato en Texas

Filming Locations:

Ambassador Hotel - 3400 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Dick Clark Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

200 min

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Connections

References A Man and a Woman (1966)

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Soundtracks

"Adagio in G minor"
Written by Tomaso Albinoni
Arranged by Remo Giazotto

User Reviews

The book is always better

This was a fabulous movie - Farrah Fawcett was superb as the spoiled, tormented Joan, Andy Griffith personified the character of a rich oil-man who always got his way, and Sam Elliott is simply so sinister it's gives you goosebumps!! I've seen the movie a few times, but as with any movie taken from a book (be it Ann Kurth's or otherwise) it can never capture all the details that the real story possesses. I have read "Blood and Money" by Tommy Thompson, and it is a captivating read

• you seriously can't put it down! If you have seen the movie, you MUST

read the book - it will give you so much more insight into the characters. I do not recommend reading the book before watching the movie, as it (the movie) will appear as a let down, and yet it really is a great movie. Watch it first, then read Tommy Thompson's book - in that order - and it will fill in all the blanks.