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Detour

1945·Movie·NR·68 min·7.2(414)

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.

Where to watch Detour in United States

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Where is Detour streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesAmazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TVAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home
IndiaCultpix, JustWatch TV, Artiflix, Tubi TV
United KingdomAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, JustWatch TV, CultpixApple TV Store, Amazon Video
CanadaAmazon Prime Video, Criterion Channel, FlixFling, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, FlixFling
AustraliaAmazon Prime Video, Beamafilm, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, JustWatch TVApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Beamafilm
GermanyJustWatch TV, Cultpix, Artiflix
FranceCultpix, JustWatch TV, Artiflix, Molotov TVLaCinetek
SpainFilmin, Cultpix, JustWatch TV, Artiflix
BrazilLooke, Belas Artes à La Carte, Cultpix, JustWatch TV
JapanAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Cultpix, JustWatch TVAmazon Video

About Detour

Detour is a 1945 English-language drama and thriller film directed by Edgar G. Ulmer. The cast is led by Tom Neal, Ann Savage, Claudia Drake. It has a runtime of 1h 8m. Viewers rate it 7.2/10 across 400 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel.

Detour was produced by PRC and made in United States of America. It was released on November 30, 1945, and carries a NR certification.

Director
Edgar G. Ulmer
Writers
Martin Goldsmith
Release date
November 30, 1945
Original language
English
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$0 million
Production
PRC
#based on novel or book#film noir#hitchhiker#road movie#male pianist

Detour cast & crew

Detour was directed by Edgar G. Ulmer and written by Martin Goldsmith.

The cast features Tom Neal as Al Roberts, Ann Savage as Vera, Claudia Drake as Sue Harvey, Edmund MacDonald as Charles Haskell Jr., Tim Ryan as Diner Owner Gus, and Esther Howard as Hedy.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Leo Erdody, cinematography is by Benjamin H. Kline, and it was produced by Leon Fromkess.

Is Detour worth watching?

Detour holds an audience score of 7.2/10 from 414 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.

At 1h 8m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama and thriller, Detour is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Detour

In United States, you can stream Detour on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, and Criterion Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of Detour

Tom Neal

Tom Neal

Al Roberts

Ann Savage

Ann Savage

Vera

Claudia Drake

Claudia Drake

Sue Harvey

Edmund MacDonald

Edmund MacDonald

Charles Haskell Jr.

Tim Ryan

Tim Ryan

Diner Owner Gus

Esther Howard

Esther Howard

Hedy

Pat Gleason

Pat Gleason

Joe

Don Brodie

Don Brodie

Used Car Salesman (uncredited)

Roger Clark

Roger Clark

Cop (uncredited)

Eddie Hall

Eddie Hall

Used Car Mechanic (uncredited)

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Harry Mayo

Nightclub Patron (uncredited)

Harry Strang

Harry Strang

California Border Patrolman (uncredited)

Detour — FAQs

Where can I watch Detour in United States?

Detour is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV in United States.

Is Detour on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Detour is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Detour in?

Detour is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Detour?

Detour runs 1 hours 8 minutes (68 minutes).

What is Detour rated?

Detour is rated NR. It holds a 7.2/10 audience score from 414 ratings.

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