Detour
"He went searching for love… but fate forced a DETOUR to revelry… violence… mystery!"
Originally released in 1945. Detour is a drama/thriller film. directed by Edgar G. Ulmer. At just 68 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tom Neal, Ann Savage, and Claudia Drake
Synopsis
The life of Al Roberts, a pianist in a New York nightclub, turns into a nightmare when he decides to hitchhike to Los Angeles to visit his girlfriend.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 30, 1945
80 years ago
Runtime
1h 8m
68 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (392 votes)
Budget
$30K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Tom Neal
as Al Roberts
Ann Savage
as Vera
Claudia Drake
as Sue Harvey
Edmund MacDonald
as Charles Haskell Jr.
Tim Ryan
as Diner Owner Gus
Esther Howard
as Hedy
Pat Gleason
as Joe
Don Brodie
as Used Car Salesman (uncredited)
Roger Clark
as Cop (uncredited)
Eddie Hall
as Used Car Mechanic (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $30,000
Production Companies
- PRC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detour about?
The life of Al Roberts, a pianist in a New York nightclub, turns into a nightmare when he decides to hitchhike to Los Angeles to visit his girlfriend.
Who directed Detour?
Detour was directed by Edgar G. Ulmer.
How long is Detour?
Detour has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).
When was Detour released?
Detour was released on November 30, 1945 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Detour?
The main cast of Detour includes Tom Neal, Ann Savage, Claudia Drake, Edmund MacDonald, Tim Ryan.
Is Detour worth watching?
Detour has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 392 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.