The Private Eyes
“Who better to solve England's most puzzling mystery than these two international crime busters?”
Synopsis
The lord and lady of a capacious manor are killed, and the lord's ghost seems to have returned to knock off the staff one by one, causing Inspector Winship and Dr. Tart to investigate the wacky house and its inhabitants.
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The Private Eyes (1980) Trailer
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Top Cast
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Don Knotts
Inspector Winship
Tim Conway
Dr. Tart
Trisha Noble
Mistress Phyllis Morley
Bernard Fox
Justin
Grace Zabriskie
Nanny
John Fujioka
Mr. Uwatsum
Irwin Keyes
Jock
Fred Stuthman
Lord Randolph Morley
Robert V. Barron
Gas Station Attendant
Patrick Cranshaw
Roy
Mary Nell Santacroce
Lady Victoria Morley
Stan Ross
Tibet
Suzy Mandel
Hilda
Russi Taylor
Doll Voice (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 17, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lang Elliott
- Screenplay & Story
- John Myhers, Tim Conway
- Original Score
- Peter Matz
- Original Title
- The Private Eyes
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- TriStar Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lang Elliott
John Myhers, Tim Conway
Peter Matz
Jacques Haitkin
Patrick M. Crawford
Department Leadership Roster
John Myhers
Writer
Tim Conway
Writer
Lang Elliott
Director
Patrick M. Crawford
Editor
Jacques Haitkin
Director of Photography
Charlie Picerni
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Private Eyes
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What is The Private Eyes about?
The lord and lady of a capacious manor are killed, and the lord's ghost seems to have returned to knock off the staff one by one, causing Inspector Winship and Dr. Tart to investigate the wacky house and its inhabitants.
Who directed The Private Eyes?
The Private Eyes was directed by Lang Elliott.
Who stars in The Private Eyes?
The principal cast of The Private Eyes includes Don Knotts, Tim Conway, Trisha Noble, Bernard Fox, Grace Zabriskie.
When was The Private Eyes released and how long is it?
The Private Eyes was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for The Private Eyes?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Private Eyes was composed by Peter Matz.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Private Eyes?
The Private Eyes holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).