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The Detective

The Detective

An adult look at a police detective

Police detective Joe Leland investigates the murder of a gay man.

Where to Watch

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Detective
  • Genres: Crime, Mystery, Drama
  • Release Date: 1968-05-28
  • Runtime: 114 minutes
  • Rating: 5.9/10 (72 votes)
  • Budget: $4,490,000
  • Revenue: $6,500,000
  • Production Companies: Arcola Pictures, 20th Century Fox
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.5588
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Frank Sinatra

Frank Sinatra

as Det. Sgt. Joe Leland

Lee Remick

Lee Remick

as Karen Wagner Leland

Ralph Meeker

Ralph Meeker

as Curran

Jack Klugman

Jack Klugman

as Dave Schoenstein

Horace McMahon

Horace McMahon

as Capt. Tom Farrell

Lloyd Bochner

Lloyd Bochner

as Dr. Wendell Roberts

William Windom

William Windom

as Colin MacIver

Tony Musante

Tony Musante

as Felix Tesla

Al Freeman Jr.

Al Freeman Jr.

as Robbie Loughlin

Robert Duvall

Robert Duvall

as Nestor

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Detective (1968) - Theatrical Trailer

External Links

Keywords

police detective

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Detective?

The Detective is a Crime, Mystery, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1968-05-28.

Who are the main actors in The Detective?

The main cast includes Frank Sinatra, Lee Remick, Ralph Meeker, Jack Klugman, Horace McMahon, .

Where can I watch The Detective online?

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

Is The Detective based on a true story?

An adult look at a police detective

What is the IMDb rating of The Detective?

The Detective has an IMDb rating of 5.9/10 based on 72 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Detective?

The movie had a production budget of $4,490,000 and earned $6,500,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Detective?

The soundtrack was composed by Arcola Pictures, 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Detective filmed?

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

How long is The Detective?

The total runtime of The Detective is 114 minutes.

Is The Detective suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Detective?

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

Does The Detective have a post-credit scene?

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

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