
A Shot in the Dark
…the picture that gets away with murder!
Inspector Jacques Clouseau, smitten with the accused maid Maria Gambrelli, unwittingly turns a straightforward murder investigation into a comedic series of mishaps, testing the patience of his irritable boss Charles Dreyfus as casualties mount.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: A Shot in the Dark
- Genres: Comedy, Mystery, Crime
- Release Date: 1964-06-23
- Runtime: 102 minutes
- Rating: 7.183/10 (567 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $12,368,234
- Production Companies: United Artists, The Mirisch Company
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.9367
- Languages: French, English
Cast & Crew

Peter Sellers
as Jacques Clouseau

Elke Sommer
as Maria Gambrelli

George Sanders
as Benjamin Ballon

Herbert Lom
as Charles Dreyfus

Graham Stark
as Hercule LaJoy

Moira Redmond
as Simone

Tracy Reed
as Dominique Ballon

Burt Kwouk
as Kato

André Maranne
as François

Vanda Godsell
as Madame LaFarge
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Trailers & Clips
A SHOT IN THE DARK (1964) | Clouseau is Taken Off the Case | MGM
A SHOT IN THE DARK (1964) | "I Suspect Everyone" Murder in the Greenhouse | MGM
A SHOT IN THE DARK (1964) | Clouseau & Cato's First Fight Scene | MGM
A SHOT IN THE DARK (1964) | Clouseau Sets Himself on Fire | MGM
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Shot in the Dark?▼
A Shot in the Dark is a Comedy, Mystery, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 1964-06-23.
Who are the main actors in A Shot in the Dark?▼
The main cast includes Peter Sellers, Elke Sommer, George Sanders, Herbert Lom, Graham Stark, .
Where can I watch A Shot in the Dark online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if A Shot in the Dark is available.
Is A Shot in the Dark based on a true story?▼
…the picture that gets away with murder!
What is the IMDb rating of A Shot in the Dark?▼
A Shot in the Dark has an IMDb rating of 7.183/10 based on 567 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of A Shot in the Dark?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $12,368,234 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for A Shot in the Dark?▼
The soundtrack was composed by United Artists, The Mirisch Company. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was A Shot in the Dark filmed?▼
A Shot in the Dark was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is A Shot in the Dark?▼
The total runtime of A Shot in the Dark is 102 minutes.
Is A Shot in the Dark suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to A Shot in the Dark?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to A Shot in the Dark.
Does A Shot in the Dark have a post-credit scene?▼
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