Deathtrap
A Broadway playwright puts murder in his plan to take credit for a student's script.
Release Year
1982
Runtime
116 min
Audience Score
6.7
Genres
Comedy, Crime, Thriller
Story Snapshot
A Broadway playwright puts murder in his plan to take credit for a student's script.
Why This Page Helps
Deathtrap is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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Deathtrap is best for viewers who want comedy, crime, thriller without having to browse blindly.
What tone does Deathtrap have?
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How complex is Deathtrap?
Deathtrap lands at medium complexity, so it works both as a direct pick and as a springboard into deeper recommendation pages.
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