Camera Sleuth (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1951, Camera Sleuth is a crime and documentary film directed by Dave O'Brien, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. In this Pete Smith Specialty short, we see how real-life investigator Jo Goggin used a motion picture surveillance camera to gather evidence and disprove a fraudulent insurance claim.
Who’s in it. Camera Sleuth stars Pete Smith as Narrator (voice), Jo A. Goggin as Himself and John Miljan as Herman Taphert (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Camera Sleuth has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Camera Sleuth page.
If you liked it. Fans of Camera Sleuth tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Camera Sleuth (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Camera Sleuth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Camera Sleuth worth watching?
- Camera Sleuth holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Camera Sleuth?
- Camera Sleuth stars Pete Smith, Jo A. Goggin and John Miljan.
- When was Camera Sleuth released?
- Camera Sleuth was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.