I Killed the Count is a 1939 British mystery film directed by Frederic Zelnik and starring Ben Lyon, Syd Walker, Terence de Marney.

[2][3] Cockney comedian Syd Walker plays it more or less straight as Scotland Yard Detective Inspector Davidson, at present trying to determine who murdered the much-hated Count Mattoni (Leslie Perrins).

The dilemma isn't that the Detective is suffering from a lack of witnesses.

In fact, four different people come forth to confess to the killing – each of them with plenty of motive and opportunity.

Variety said after "a casual start, the story warms up and becomes exciting and entertainment.