The Cheap Detective
He knows every cheap trick, cheap joke, cheap shot and cheap dame in the book.
1978 PG 1h 32m
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.
Movie Details
| Original title | The Cheap Detective |
|---|---|
| Release date | Jun 23, 1978 |
| Status | Released |
| Original language | EN |
| Country | United States of America |
| Certification (US) | PG |
| Keywords | spoof |
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FAQ
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.
When was The Cheap Detective released?
The Cheap Detective was released on Jun 23, 1978 (status: Released).
Who directed The Cheap Detective?
Robert Moore directed The Cheap Detective.
What is the TMDB rating of The Cheap Detective?
The Cheap Detective has a TMDB rating of 6.3/10 from 109 votes.