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The Detective

1968

An adult look at a police detective.

Overview

New York City Police detective Joe Leland investigates the grisly murder of Teddy Leikman, the gay son of a politically influential department store owner. While investigating, he discovers links to official corruption in NYC in this drama that delves into a world of sex and drugs, homophobia, homosexuality and bisexuality.

Details

Status
Released
Release date
May 28, 1968
Original language
English
Spoken languages
English
Countries
United States of America
Cinematography
Joseph F. Biroc
Budget
$4,490,000
Revenue
$6,500,000
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