Detour
1945, English. Directed by Edgar G. Ulmer.
He went searching for love… but fate forced a DETOUR to revelry… violence… mystery!
The life of Al Roberts, a pianist in a New York nightclub, turns into a nightmare when he decides to hitchhike to Los Angeles to visit his girlfriend.
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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MovieMeCast & crew
- Edgar G. UlmerDirector
- Tom NealAl Roberts
- Ann SavageVera
- Claudia DrakeSue Harvey
- Edmund MacDonaldCharles Haskell Jr.
- Tim RyanDiner Owner Gus
- Esther HowardHedy
- Pat GleasonJoe
- Don BrodieUsed Car Salesman (uncredited)
- Roger ClarkCop (uncredited)
- Eddie HallUsed Car Mechanic (uncredited)
- Harry MayoNightclub Patron (uncredited)
- Harry StrangCalifornia Border Patrolman (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 30 November 1945
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Martin Goldsmith
- Budget
- $30K
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What Detour is based on
Detour is based on Detour, a novel by Martin Goldsmith.
Novel
Detour
By Martin Goldsmith
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Detour: quick answers
Is Detour worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 434 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Detour?
Detour runs 68 minutes (1h 8m).
Does Detour have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Detour. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Detour parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Detour is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Detour on?
Detour is streaming on Brew in India. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like Detour?
If you liked Detour, try The Hitch-Hiker, Framed, They Drive by Night.
Who directed Detour?
Detour (1945) was directed by Edgar G. Ulmer and stars Tom Neal, Ann Savage, Claudia Drake.
What is Detour based on?
Detour is based on Detour, a novel by Martin Goldsmith.