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197892 minComedy, Crime, Mystery

The Cheap Detective

Is The Cheap Detective a Hit or Flop?

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Is The Cheap Detective worth watching? With a rating of 6.269/10, this Comedy, Crime, Mystery film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Cheap Detective 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.

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Top Cast

Peter Falk
Peter FalkLou Peckinpaugh
Ann-Margret
Ann-MargretJezebel Dezire
Eileen Brennan
Eileen BrennanBetty DeBoop
Sid Caesar
Sid CaesarEzra Dezire
Stockard Channing
Stockard ChanningBess
James Coco
James CocoMarcel
Dom DeLuise
Dom DeLuisePepe Damascus
Louise Fletcher
Louise FletcherMarlene DuChard
John Houseman
John HousemanJasper Blubber
Madeline Kahn
Madeline KahnMrs. Montenegro

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Cheap Detective worth watching?

The Cheap Detective has received mixed reviews with a 6.269/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Comedy, Crime, Mystery movies.

Is The Cheap Detective hit or flop?

The Cheap Detective has received average ratings (6.269/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Cheap Detective?

The Cheap Detective is a Comedy, Crime, Mystery movie that A spoof of the entire 1940s detective genre. San Francisco private detective, Lou Pekinpaugh is accused of murdering his partner at the instigation of...

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