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The Detective (1968)

An adult look at a police detective.

★ 6.0/10 TMDBPG1h 54mCrimeMysteryDrama
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Overview

New York City Police detective Joe Leland investigates the grisly murder of Teddy Leikman, the gay son of a politically influential department store owner. While investigating, he discovers links to official corruption in NYC in this drama that delves into a world of sex and drugs, homophobia, homosexuality and bisexuality.

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The Detective Cast

  • Frank Sinatra

    Frank Sinatra

    as Det. Sgt. Joe Leland

  • Lee Remick

    Lee Remick

    as Karen Wagner Leland

  • Ralph Meeker

    Ralph Meeker

    as Curran

  • Jack Klugman

    Jack Klugman

    as Dave Schoenstein

  • Horace McMahon

    Horace McMahon

    as Capt. Tom Farrell

  • Lloyd Bochner

    Lloyd Bochner

    as Dr. Wendell Roberts

  • William Windom

    William Windom

    as Colin MacIver

  • Tony Musante

    Tony Musante

    as Felix Tesla

  • Al Freeman Jr.

    Al Freeman Jr.

    as Robbie Loughlin

  • Robert Duvall

    Robert Duvall

    as Nestor

  • P

    Pat Henry

    as Mercidis

  • Patrick McVey

    Patrick McVey

    as Police Officer Mike Tanner

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Where can I watch The Detective?

The Detective is streaming on YouTube TV in the US.

When was The Detective released?

The Detective came out on May 28, 1968.

Is The Detective worth watching?

The Detective holds a 6.0/10 average from 80 TMDB user ratings. Reactions are mixed, so check the trailer first.

How long is The Detective?

The Detective runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).

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