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Detective Story
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Detective Story at a glance
Detective Story is a 1951 crime and drama film, running 1h 43m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 14 in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Sky Store.
Rated 14 in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1951-10-19
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Director
- William Wyler
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.1 / 10 · 174 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmTells the story of one day in the lives of the various people who populate a police detective squad. An embittered cop, Det. Jim McLeod, leads a precinct of characters in their grim daily battle with the city's lowlife. The characters who pass through the precinct over the course of the day include a young petty embezzler, a pair of burglars, and a naive shoplifter.
Cast
14 names
Kirk DouglasDet. James McLeod
Eleanor ParkerMary McLeod
William BendixDet. Lou Brody
Cathy O'DonnellSusan Carmichael
George MacreadyKarl Schneider
Horace McMahonLt. Monaghan
Gladys GeorgeMiss Hatch
Joseph WisemanCharley Gennini
Lee GrantShoplifter
Gerald MohrTami Giacoppetti
Frank FaylenDet. Gallagher
Craig HillArthur Kindred
Michael StrongLewis Abbott
Luis van RootenJoe FeinsonQuestions about Detective Story
Quick answersWhere can I watch Detective Story in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, Detective Story is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store, YouTube, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is Detective Story suitable for children?
Detective Story is rated 14 in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is Detective Story about?
Tells the story of one day in the lives of the various people who populate a police detective squad. An embittered cop, Det. Jim McLeod, leads a precinct of characters in their grim daily battle with the city's lowlife. The characters who pass through the precinct over the course of the day include a young petty…
How long is Detective Story?
Detective Story runs for 1h 43m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the Detective Story trailer?
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