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Clue

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description Clue Overview

Clue is a 1985 American comedy-thriller film based on the board game Cluedo. It follows six guests at a lavish estate who become involved in solving a murder. The movie’s clever structure and multiple interwoven storylines offer a unique mystery experience. Primarily enjoyed by fans of classic detective stories and those seeking a humorous take on suspenseful investigations.

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info Clue Specifications

Country	United States
Year	1985

help Clue FAQ

How many different endings does the 1985 movie Clue have?

Clue was famously released to theaters with three different endings—labeled A, B, and C—each revealing a different killer among the suspects. Some theaters showed only one ending while others screened all three sequentially, making the theatrical experience genuinely interactive for audiences.

Who plays Wadsworth the butler in Clue?

Tim Curry plays Wadsworth, the butler who serves as the film's central character and guides the assembled guests through the evening's unfolding murder mystery. The ensemble cast also includes Madeline Kahn as Mrs. White, Christopher Lloyd as Professor Plum, and Michael McKean as Mr. Green.

Was the Clue movie a box office success when it was released?

Clue was a commercial disappointment upon its theatrical release in 1985, with the multiple-ending strategy confusing some audiences and limiting repeat viewings. However, the film developed a devoted cult following through home video releases and television broadcasts in the years that followed.

What board game is the movie Clue based on?

Clue is adapted from the board game Cluedo, originally created by Anthony E. Pratt and published by Waddingtons in the United Kingdom. The film incorporates the game's iconic characters, weapons, and rooms into a narrative set at a remote estate in 1954 New England.

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