Detective Story
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Originally released in 1951. Detective Story is a crime/drama film. directed by William Wyler.
Starring Kirk Douglas, Eleanor Parker, and William Bendix
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 24, 1951
74 years ago
Runtime
1h 43m
103 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (153 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Kirk Douglas
as Det. James McLeod
Eleanor Parker
as Mary McLeod
William Bendix
as Det. Lou Brody
Cathy O'Donnell
as Susan Carmichael
George Macready
as Karl Schneider
Horace McMahon
as Lt. Monaghan
Gladys George
as Miss Hatch
Joseph Wiseman
as Charley Gennini
Lee Grant
as Shoplifter
Gerald Mohr
as Tami Giacoppetti
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detective Story about?
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 wi...
Who directed Detective Story?
Detective Story was directed by William Wyler.
How long is Detective Story?
Detective Story has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).
When was Detective Story released?
Detective Story was released on October 24, 1951 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Detective Story?
The main cast of Detective Story includes Kirk Douglas, Eleanor Parker, William Bendix, Cathy O'Donnell, George Macready.
Is Detective Story worth watching?
Detective Story has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 153 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.