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Zero Effect

Zero Effect

The world's most private detective.

Daryl Zero is a private investigator and—along with his assistant, Steve Arlo—he solves impossible crimes and puzzles. Although Daryl's a master investigator, he doesn't know what to do with himself when he's not working; he has no social skills, writes bad music and drives Steve crazy.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Zero Effect
  • Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Mystery
  • Release Date: 1998-01-30
  • Runtime: 116 minutes
  • Rating: 6.2/10 (179 votes)
  • Budget: $5,000,000
  • Revenue: $1,980,338
  • Production Companies: Castle Rock Entertainment, Manifest Film Company, Columbia Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.5882
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Bill Pullman

Bill Pullman

as Daryl Zero

Ben Stiller

Ben Stiller

as Steve Arlo

Ryan O'Neal

Ryan O'Neal

as Gregory Stark

Kim Dickens

Kim Dickens

as Gloria Sullivan

Angela Featherstone

Angela Featherstone

as Jess

Hugh Ross

Hugh Ross

as Bill

Sarah DeVincentis

Sarah DeVincentis

as Daisy

Matt O'Toole

Matt O'Toole

as Kragan Vincent

Michele Mariana

Michele Mariana

as Maid

Robert Katims

Robert Katims

as Gerald Auerbach

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

"Zero Effect (1998)" Theatrical Trailer

External Links

Keywords

blackmaildetectivewhodunit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zero Effect?

Zero Effect is a Comedy, Crime, Drama, Mystery movie directed by . It was released on 1998-01-30.

Who are the main actors in Zero Effect?

The main cast includes Bill Pullman, Ben Stiller, Ryan O'Neal, Kim Dickens, Angela Featherstone, .

Where can I watch Zero Effect online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Zero Effect is available.

Is Zero Effect based on a true story?

The world's most private detective.

What is the IMDb rating of Zero Effect?

Zero Effect has an IMDb rating of 6.2/10 based on 179 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Zero Effect?

The movie had a production budget of $5,000,000 and earned $1,980,338 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Zero Effect?

The soundtrack was composed by Castle Rock Entertainment, Manifest Film Company, Columbia Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Zero Effect filmed?

Zero Effect was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Zero Effect?

The total runtime of Zero Effect is 116 minutes.

Is Zero Effect suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Zero Effect?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Zero Effect.

Does Zero Effect have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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