Detective Story

About Detective Story

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.

Where to Watch

Watch free on Kanopy. Rent on Amazon, Google Play, Fandango at Home, YouTube, AppleTV (cheapest: $2.99). Buy on Amazon, Google Play, Fandango at Home, YouTube, AppleTV (cheapest: $9.99).

Cast & Crew

Directed by William Wyler

Starring Kirk Douglas, Eleanor Parker, William Bendix, Cathy O'Donnell, George Macready

Produced by Paramount Pictures