Detective Story
Set amidst the hectic activity of a New York City police station, Kirk Douglas stars as the principled, rigid detective whose personal code has become twisted from dealing with too many criminals. Eleanor Parker is his wife, tormented by a guilty secret. While the business of the precinct swirls around them - from cases involving a frightened shoplifter (Lee Grant) to an amusing burglar (Joseph Wiseman) - the couple's personal conflict reaches an explosive, unforgettable climax. Based on the smash Broadway hit by Sidney Kingsley.
Year: 1951
Genre: Classic Drama, Classic Film Noir, Alice's Playhouse
Country: USA
Director: William Wyler
Starring: Eleanor Parker, Kirk Douglas, William Bendix
Duration: 99 Minutes
Rating: PG - Contains low level violence
7.6/10
Location in store: Alice's Playhouse
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