Who directed The Cheap Detective?

The Cheap Detective was directed by Robert Moore.

When was The Cheap Detective released?

The Cheap Detective was released on June 23, 1978.

How long is The Cheap Detective?

The Cheap Detective has a runtime of 1h 32m.

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The Cheap Detective

Comedy • Crime • Mystery • 1978 • 1h 32m

RATING★ 3.2

RUNTIME1h 32m

LANGUAGEEN

STATUSReleased

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📖 Synopsis

A spoof of the entire 1940s detective genre. San Francisco private detective, Lou Pekinpaugh is accused of murdering his partner at the instigation of his mistress—his partner's wife.

🎥 Production Details

Tagline: “He knows every cheap trick, cheap joke, cheap shot and cheap dame in the book.”
Release Status: Released
Genres: Comedy, Crime, Mystery
Director: Robert Moore
Original Language: EN

🎭 Cast

Peter FalkLou Peckinpaugh

Ann-MargretJezebel Dezire

Eileen BrennanBetty DeBoop

Sid CaesarEzra Dezire

Stockard ChanningBess

James CocoMarcel

Dom DeLuisePepe Damascus

Louise FletcherMarlene DuChard

John HousemanJasper Blubber

Madeline KahnMrs. Montenegro

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Cheap Detective about?: A spoof of the entire 1940s detective genre. San Francisco private detective, Lou Pekinpaugh is accused of murdering his partner at the instigation of his mistress—his partner's wife.
Who directed The Cheap Detective?: The Cheap Detective was directed by Robert Moore.
When was The Cheap Detective released?: The Cheap Detective was released on June 23, 1978.
How long is The Cheap Detective?: The Cheap Detective has a runtime of 1h 32m.
Where can I track The Cheap Detective?: You can track The Cheap Detective on Matinee — the free movie and TV show tracker app for iOS & Android. Log it, rate it, and share your thoughts with friends.

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