Who’s Still Alive From ‘Murder on the Orient Express’?

MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS, Jean-Pierre Cassel, Anthony Perkins, Vanessa Redgrave, Sean Connery, Ingrid Bergman, Albert finney, Michael York, Jacqueline Bisset, Lauren Bacall, Martin Balsam, 1974 — Everett Collection

What To Know

Of the star-studded cast from the 1974 film Murder on the Orient Express, only Michael York, Jacqueline Bisset, and Vanessa Redgrave are still alive and active in their careers.
These surviving actors have continued to work in film, television, and theater, with notable recent projects and ongoing contributions to the arts.
The majority of the film’s legendary cast, including Albert Finney, Lauren Bacall, Ingrid Bergman, and Sean Connery, have passed away over the years.

When Murder on the Orient Express pulled into theaters on November 29, 1974, mystery fans rejoiced. Based on the 1934 novel of the same name by Agatha Christie, the film featured some major names, including Albert Finney, Lauren Bacall, Ingrid Bergman, Sean Connery and many more, coming together to act out one of the most famous stories featuring Christie’s Hercule Poirot. It was a major hit, earning $36 million on a budget of just over $1 million, and earning Ingrid Bergman her third Academy Award.

Today, only a handful of the film’s stars are still with us — and though they are all in their 80s, none are quite retired yet.

Michael York (83)

Count Rudolf Andrenyi

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By the time York was cast in Murder on the Orient Express, he was already known for Cabaret and Romeo and Juliet. After the film, he continued working steadily in films such as Logan’s Run and The Three Musketeers and expanded into extensive voice work across animation and video games. His more recent work includes stage productions, audiobook narration and even a role in the Austin Powers series.

York has also been open about living with amyloidosis, a rare condition that affected his voice, and later became an advocate for awareness and research. His most recent role was in the film Dreams, and he has another film in production, proving he is not retiring quite yet.

Jacqueline Bisset (81)

Countess Helena Andrenyi

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By the time she boarded the Orient Express, she had already gained attention for films such as The Detective, Airport and Day for Night. Bisset continued to work steadily, appearing in movies and television over the next fifty years, including Bullitt, Rich and Famous, and the acclaimed 2013 miniseries Dancing on the Edge, which earned her a Golden Globe. She still takes on roles in both American and European productions, including Loren & Rose and Long Shadows.

Vanessa Redgrave (88)

Mary Debenham

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Already celebrated for her work in A Man for All Seasons, Isadora and numerous stage roles, she became even more famous after the mystery movie. In the years that followed, Redgrave went on to win and be nominated for multiple major awards, with memorable turns in Howards End, Atonement and Letters to Juliet. She continues to work in film and theater and is often admired for her humanitarian activism.

In Memoriam

Albert Finney, who played Hercule Poirot, died on February 7, 2019, at age 82 from a chest infection.

Lauren Bacall, who played Mrs. Hubbard, died on August 12, 2014, at age 89 from a stroke.

Ingrid Bergman, who played Greta Ohlsson, died on August 29, 1982, at age 67 from breast cancer.

Sean Connery, who played Colonel Arbuthnot, died on October 31, 2020, at age 90 from pneumonia and heart failure.

John Gielgud, who played Beddoes, died on May 21, 2000, at age 96 from natural causes.

Wendy Hiller, who played Princess Dragomiroff, died on May 14, 2003, at age 90 from natural causes.

Martin Balsam, who played Bianchi, died on February 13, 1996, at age 76.

Richard Widmark, who played Ratchett, died on March 24, 2008, at age 93 from complications after a fall.

Anthony Perkins, who played McQueen, died on September 12, 1992, at age 60 from AIDS related pneumonia.

Jean-Pierre Cassel, who played Pierre, died on April 19, 2007, at age 74 from cancer.

George Coulouris, who played Dr. Constantine, died on April 25, 1989, at age 85 from heart failure.

Where to Watch Murder on the Orient Express

Murder on the Orient Express is currently available to rent or purchase on major digital platforms, including Amazon, Google Play, Apple TV and Vudu. It will air on MGM+ on December 3, 2025 at 6am.

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