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The Cheap Detective
“He knows every cheap trick, cheap joke, cheap shot and cheap dame in the book.”
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The Cheap Detective at a glance
The Cheap Detective is a 1978 comedy and crime film, running 1h 32m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: PG in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and YouTube.
Rated PG in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1978-06-23
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Genres
- Comedy, Crime, Mystery
- Director
- Robert Moore
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.4 / 10 · 113 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmA spoof of the entire 1940s detective genre. San Francisco private detective, Lou Pekinpaugh is accused of murdering his partner at the instigation of his mistress—his partner's wife.
Cast
14 names
Peter FalkLou Peckinpaugh
Ann-MargretJezebel Dezire
Eileen BrennanBetty DeBoop
Sid CaesarEzra Dezire
Stockard ChanningBess
James CocoMarcel
Dom DeLuisePepe Damascus
Louise FletcherMarlene DuChard
John HousemanJasper Blubber
Madeline KahnMrs. Montenegro
Fernando LamasPaul DuChard
Marsha MasonGeorgia Merkle
Phil SilversHoppy
Abe VigodaSergeant RizzutoQuestions about The Cheap Detective
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Cheap Detective in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Cheap Detective is listed on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Cheap Detective suitable for children?
The Cheap Detective is rated PG 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 The Cheap Detective about?
A spoof of the entire 1940s detective genre. San Francisco private detective, Lou Pekinpaugh is accused of murdering his partner at the instigation of his mistress—his partner's wife.
How long is The Cheap Detective?
The Cheap Detective runs for 1h 32m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Cheap Detective trailer?
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