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Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid

Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid

Laugh, or I’ll blow your lips off...

Juliet Forrest is convinced that the reported death of her father in a mountain car crash was no accident. Her father was a prominent cheese scientist working on a secret recipe. To prove it was murder, she enlists the services of private eye Rigby Reardon. He finds a slip of paper containing a list of people who are 'The Friends and Enemies of Carlotta'.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid
  • Genres: Comedy, Mystery, Crime
  • Release Date: 1982-05-21
  • Runtime: 89 minutes
  • Rating: 6.6/10 (410 votes)
  • Budget: $9,000,000
  • Revenue: $18,196,170
  • Production Companies: Universal Pictures, Aspen Film Society
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.999
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Steve Martin

Steve Martin

as Rigby Reardon

Rachel Ward

Rachel Ward

as Juliet Forrest

Alan Ladd

Alan Ladd

as (in "This Gun For Hire") (archive footage)

Carl Reiner

Carl Reiner

as Juliet's Butler / Field Marshal Wilfried von Kluck

Barbara Stanwyck

Barbara Stanwyck

as (in "Sorry - Wrong Number") (archive footage)

Ray Milland

Ray Milland

as (in "The Lost Weekend") (archive footage)

Ava Gardner

Ava Gardner

as (in "The Killers" / "The Bribe") (archive footage)

Burt Lancaster

Burt Lancaster

as (in "The Killers") (archive footage)

Humphrey Bogart

Humphrey Bogart

as (in "The Big Sleep" / "In a Lonely Place" / "Dark Passage") (archive footage)

Cary Grant

Cary Grant

as (in "Suspicion") (archive footage)

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Trailers & Clips

Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid (1982) Original Trailer [HD]

Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid (1982) (TV Spot)

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid?

Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid is a Comedy, Mystery, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 1982-05-21.

Who are the main actors in Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid?

The main cast includes Steve Martin, Rachel Ward, Alan Ladd, Carl Reiner, Barbara Stanwyck, .

Where can I watch Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid is available.

Is Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid based on a true story?

Laugh, or I’ll blow your lips off...

What is the IMDb rating of Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid?

Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 410 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid?

The movie had a production budget of $9,000,000 and earned $18,196,170 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid?

The soundtrack was composed by Universal Pictures, Aspen Film Society. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid filmed?

Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid?

The total runtime of Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid is 89 minutes.

Is Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid.

Does Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid have a post-credit scene?

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