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The Kid Detective

2020·Movie·R·99 min·★ 6.6(519)

“No longer a kid. Not much of a detective.”

A once-celebrated kid detective, now 31, continues to solve the same trivial mysteries between hangovers and bouts of self-pity. Until a naive client brings him his first 'adult' case, to find out who brutally murdered her boyfriend.

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Where to watch The Kid Detective in India

Can I watch The Kid Detective in India? The Kid Detective isn't on subscription streaming in India right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and YouTube.

Click a service to open The Kid Detective there. Availability last verified on November 13, 2026.

Where is The Kid Detective streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
India—Apple TV Store, YouTube, Amazon Video
United StatesNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United Kingdom—Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
CanadaiciTouTV, Hollywood Suite, Hollywood Suite Amazon Channel, HooplaApple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video
Australia—JustWatch TV Store, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
GermanyMagenta TV+Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, maxdome Store
France—Apple TV Store, Orange VOD, YouTube
Spain—Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
BrazilSony One Amazon ChannelClaro video, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
Japan—Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, FOD

About The Kid Detective

The Kid Detective is a 2020 English-language comedy, drama and mystery film directed by Evan Morgan. The cast is led by Adam Brody, Sophie Nélisse, Tzi Ma. It has a runtime of 1h 39m. Viewers rate it 6.6/10 across 500 ratings. In India, it is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and YouTube.

The Kid Detective was produced by Woods Entertainment and JoBro Productions and made in Canada. It was released on October 16, 2020, and carries a R certification. At the box office it grossed around $0 million worldwide.

Director
Evan Morgan
Writers
Evan Morgan
Release date
October 16, 2020
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
Canada
Box office
$0 million
Production
Woods Entertainment, JoBro Productions
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The Kid Detective cast & crew

The Kid Detective was directed by Evan Morgan and written by Evan Morgan.

The cast features Adam Brody as Abe Applebaum, Sophie Nélisse as Caroline, Tzi Ma as Mr. Chang, Peter MacNeill as Principal Erwin, Maurice Dean Wint as Constable Cleary, and Jonathan Whittaker as Mr. Applebaum.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jay McCarrol, cinematography is by Mike McLaughlin, and it was produced by William Woods and Jonathan Bronfman.

Is The Kid Detective worth watching?

The Kid Detective holds an audience score of 6.6/10 from 519 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.

At 1h 39m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy comedy, drama, and mystery, The Kid Detective is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch The Kid Detective

The Kid Detective isn't on a subscription service in India right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, YouTube, and Amazon Video.

Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect India today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.

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Cast of The Kid Detective

Adam Brody

Adam Brody

Abe Applebaum

Sophie Nélisse

Sophie Nélisse

Caroline

Tzi Ma

Tzi Ma

Mr. Chang

Peter MacNeill

Peter MacNeill

Principal Erwin

Maurice Dean Wint

Maurice Dean Wint

Constable Cleary

Jonathan Whittaker

Jonathan Whittaker

Mr. Applebaum

Wendy Crewson

Wendy Crewson

Mrs. Applebaum

Sarah Sutherland

Sarah Sutherland

Lucy

Kaitlyn Chalmers-Rizzato

Kaitlyn Chalmers-Rizzato

Gracie Gulliver

Kaleb Horn

Kaleb Horn

Corey

Brent Skagford

Brent Skagford

Barkeep

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Steve Gagne

Rory Beans

The Kid Detective — FAQs

▸Where can I watch The Kid Detective in India?

The Kid Detective is not on subscription streaming in India right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and YouTube and Amazon Video.

▸Where can I watch The Kid Detective in the US?

In the US, The Kid Detective is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard with Ads, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

▸Where can I watch The Kid Detective in the UK?

The Kid Detective isn't on subscription streaming in the UK, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV.

▸What language is The Kid Detective in?

The Kid Detective is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is The Kid Detective?

The Kid Detective runs 1 hours 39 minutes (99 minutes).

▸What is The Kid Detective rated?

The Kid Detective is rated R. It holds a 6.6/10 audience score from 519 ratings.

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