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Murder She Purred: A Mrs. Murphy Mystery
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Murder She Purred: A Mrs. Murphy Mystery

1998-12-13 · 88 min · ★ 7.6

Mystery · Comedy · Family · TV Movie

A small-town cat-and-dog detective duo investigate a new neighbor who they believe may have committed a murder, but the snag is, locals are attempting to pair him off with their owner.

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Directors
Simon Wincer
Production companies
Walt Disney Television, Ancient Mariner Films
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Ricki LakeRicki LakeMary Minor 'Harry' Haristeen
Linden AshbyLinden AshbyDr. Blair Bainbridge
Bruce McGillBruce McGillSheriff Rick
Christina PicklesChristina PicklesMim Sanburne
Judith ScottJudith ScottCoop
Kari ColemanKari ColemanSusan
Blythe DannerBlythe DannerMrs. Murphy (voice)
Anthony ClarkAnthony ClarkTucker (voice)
Edie McClurgEdie McClurgMiranda Hoggendobber
Ed Begley Jr.Ed Begley Jr.Fitz-Gilbert Hamilton
Terri HawkesTerri HawkesLittle Marilyn
Wayne RobsonWayne RobsonBen Seifert
Zehra LevermanZehra LevermanBoom Boom
Aaron PearlAaron PearlFair
Thomas LundyTownsman (uncredited)
David ZylerDavid ZylerIzakiah (uncredited)

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