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Where to Watch Detective Story (1952) in the US
- 1952
- Approved
- 1h 43m
- 7.5IMDb
- 71%Rotten Tomatoes
- 78Metascore
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What it's about
Jim McLeod is a hard-nosed and cynical detective. He believes in a strict interpretation of the law and doesn't believe in turning the other cheek. The current object of his zealousness is Karl Schneider, an abortionist responsible for the death of several young women. Schneider's lawyer tells the precinct lieutenant that McLeod has his own personal reasons for going after his client. It turns out that his wife was a patient before they met, although Jim knew nothing of it. His world suddenly turned upside down, McLeod is too late in re-evaluating his priorities.
Cast and crew
- Director
- William Wyler
- Writer
- Philip Yordan, Robert Wyler, Sidney Kingsley
- Starring
- Kirk Douglas, Eleanor Parker, William Bendix
Details
- Release date
- May 19, 1952
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Awards
- Nominated for 4 Oscars. 7 wins & 11 nominations total
Where to Watch Detective Story (1952) in the US — common questions
- Where to watch Detective Story in the United States?
- Detective Story is available free with a participating library card or to rent in the United States. Watch the movie free with a participating library card on Kanopy (HD). Rent the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I stream Detective Story or do I have to rent it in the United States?
- Rent the movie on Apple TV Store, Fandango at Home, and Prime Video.
- Can I watch Detective Story for free in the United States?
- Watch the movie free with a participating library card on Kanopy (HD).
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