Detective Story
1951, English. Directed by William Wyler.
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Tells the story of one day in the lives of the various people who populate a police detective squad. An embittered cop, Det. Jim McLeod, leads a precinct of characters in their grim daily battle with the city's lowlife. The characters who pass through the precinct over the course of the day include a young petty embezzler, a pair of burglars, and a naive shoplifter.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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7.1/10 from 174 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Detective Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- William WylerDirector
- Kirk DouglasDet. James McLeod
- Eleanor ParkerMary McLeod
- William BendixDet. Lou Brody
- Cathy O'DonnellSusan Carmichael
- George MacreadyKarl Schneider
- Horace McMahonLt. Monaghan
- Gladys GeorgeMiss Hatch
- Joseph WisemanCharley Gennini
- Lee GrantShoplifter
- Gerald MohrTami Giacoppetti
- Frank FaylenDet. Gallagher
- Craig HillArthur Kindred
Details
- Released
- 19 October 1951
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Philip Yordan, Robert Wyler
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Detective Story: quick answers
Is Detective Story worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 174 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Detective Story?
Detective Story runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does Detective Story have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Detective Story. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Detective Story parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Detective Story yet.
Which OTT platform is Detective Story on?
Detective Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Detective Story?
If you liked Detective Story, try Brooklyn's Finest, Reptile, Crime of Passion.
Who directed Detective Story?
Detective Story (1951) was directed by William Wyler and stars Kirk Douglas, Eleanor Parker, William Bendix.