
Watching the Detectives
Sometimes love is stranger than fiction.
Neil, a self-proclaimed film geek and owner of Gumshoe video, has always been content to live vicariously through his favorite films noir. But when he meets Violet, a real-life femme fatale, his mundane world gets turned upside down and the line between reality and the movies quickly begins to blur.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Watching the Detectives
- Genres: Comedy, Romance
- Release Date: 2007-05-01
- Runtime: 94 minutes
- Rating: 6.406/10 (143 votes)
- Budget: $2,000,000
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Peace Arch Entertainment Group, Hart-Lunsford Pictures, Plum Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 5.3726
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

Cillian Murphy
as Neil

Lucy Liu
as Violet

Jason Sudeikis
as Jonathan

Michael Panes
as Lucien

Callie Thorne
as Marcia

Michael Yurchak
as Buddy

Heather Burns
as Denise

Mark Harelik
as Detective Barloe

Ali Reza
as Detective Lowenstein

Josh Pais
as Andy
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Watching the Detectives?▼
Watching the Detectives is a Comedy, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 2007-05-01.
Who are the main actors in Watching the Detectives?▼
The main cast includes Cillian Murphy, Lucy Liu, Jason Sudeikis, Michael Panes, Callie Thorne, .
Where can I watch Watching the Detectives online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Watching the Detectives is available.
Is Watching the Detectives based on a true story?▼
Sometimes love is stranger than fiction.
What is the IMDb rating of Watching the Detectives?▼
Watching the Detectives has an IMDb rating of 6.406/10 based on 143 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Watching the Detectives?▼
The movie had a production budget of $2,000,000 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Watching the Detectives?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Peace Arch Entertainment Group, Hart-Lunsford Pictures, Plum Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Watching the Detectives filmed?▼
Watching the Detectives was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Watching the Detectives?▼
The total runtime of Watching the Detectives is 94 minutes.
Is Watching the Detectives suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Watching the Detectives?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Watching the Detectives.
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