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Detective Story

Detective Story

The love story of a man whose wife was more woman than angel!

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 embezzler, a pair of burglars, and a naive shoplifter.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Detective Story
  • Genres: Crime, Drama
  • Release Date: 1951-10-24
  • Runtime: 103 minutes
  • Rating: 7/10 (152 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Paramount Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.627
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Kirk Douglas

Kirk Douglas

as Det. James McLeod

Eleanor Parker

Eleanor Parker

as Mary McLeod

William Bendix

William Bendix

as Det. Lou Brody

Cathy O'Donnell

Cathy O'Donnell

as Susan Carmichael

George Macready

George Macready

as Karl Schneider

Horace McMahon

Horace McMahon

as Lt. Monaghan

Gladys George

Gladys George

as Miss Hatch

Joseph Wiseman

Joseph Wiseman

as Charley Gennini

Lee Grant

Lee Grant

as Shoplifter

Gerald Mohr

Gerald Mohr

as Tami Giacoppetti

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Trailers & Clips

Detective Story - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Detective Story?

Detective Story is a Crime, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1951-10-24.

Who are the main actors in Detective Story?

The main cast includes Kirk Douglas, Eleanor Parker, William Bendix, Cathy O'Donnell, George Macready, .

Where can I watch Detective Story online?

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

Is Detective Story based on a true story?

The love story of a man whose wife was more woman than angel!

What is the IMDb rating of Detective Story?

Detective Story has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 152 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Detective Story?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Detective Story?

The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Detective Story filmed?

Detective Story was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Detective Story?

The total runtime of Detective Story is 103 minutes.

Is Detective Story suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Detective Story?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Detective Story.

Does Detective Story have a post-credit scene?

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

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