Private Detective (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1939, Private Detective is a mystery film directed by Noel M. Smith, running about 55 minutes. “CALL THE RIOT SQUAD! For the Biggest Laugh Riot in All Mystery History!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A female private eye joins forces with a police detective to investigate the suspicious murder of a millionaire.
Who’s in it. Private Detective stars Jane Wyman as Myrna Winslow, Dick Foran as Jim Rickey, Gloria Dickson as Mona Lannon and Maxie Rosenbloom as Brody, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Private Detective has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Private Detective page.
If you liked it. Fans of Private Detective tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Private Detective (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Private Detective change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Private Detective worth watching?
- Private Detective holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Private Detective?
- Private Detective stars Jane Wyman, Dick Foran, Gloria Dickson, Maxie Rosenbloom and John Ridgely.
- When was Private Detective released?
- Private Detective was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 55 minutes.