Detective (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1969, Detective is a drama and crime film directed by Rudolf Thome, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Andy and Sebastian want to make a lot of money in a quick and easy way. Inspired by the movies, they become private investigators. Their first case happens to be about a beautiful girl called Annabella. But being a private investigator is a more demanding job then Andy and Sebastian had initially thought. Their female acquaintances Annabella, Christa, and Micky also have their share in Andy′s and Sebastian′s problems. The two wannabe detectives become more and more entangled in things that prove to be too much for them.
Who’s in it. Detective stars Ulli Lommel as Sebastian West, Marquard Bohm as Andy Schubert, Iris Berben as Annabella Quant and Uschi Obermaier as Micky, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Detective has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Detective page.
If you liked it. Fans of Detective tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Detective (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Detective change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Detective worth watching?
- Detective holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Detective?
- Detective stars Ulli Lommel, Marquard Bohm, Iris Berben, Uschi Obermaier and Walter Rilla.
- When was Detective released?
- Detective was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.