P.J.
“Gun in one hand...Woman in the other!”
Synopsis
Reluctant New York City private eye P.J. Detweiler is hired as a bodyguard to protect Maureen Preble, the mistress of shady millionaire William Orbison. In truth, Orbison plans a deadly intrigue in which P.J. is to play a central part. Meanwhile, complications ensue as P.J. gradually falls in love with Maureen.
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P.J. (1968) Original Trailer [FHD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-02-06
Top Cast
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George Peppard
P.J. Detweiler
Raymond Burr
William Orbison
Gayle Hunnicutt
Maureen Preble
Brock Peters
Waterpark
Wilfrid Hyde-White
Billings Browne
Jason Evers
Jason Grenoble
Coleen Gray
Betty Orbison
Susan Saint James
Linette Orbison
Severn Darden
Shelton Quell
Jane Van Duser
Elinor Silene (as H. Jane Van Duser)
George Furth
Sonny Silene
Barbara Dana
Lita
Herb Edelman
Charlie (as Herbert Edelman)
John Qualen
Poppa
Bert Freed
Police Lieutenant
Ken Lynch
Thorson
Jim Boles
Landlord's Agent
Arte Johnson
Jackie
Release History & Theatrical Window
Chicago, Illinois
Festival / Special Debut
March 27, 1968
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 10, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Guillermin
- Screenplay & Story
- Philip H. Reisman Jr.
- Original Score
- Neal Hefti
- Original Title
- P.J.
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Guillermin
Philip H. Reisman Jr., Edward Montagne
Neal Hefti
Loyal Griggs
Sam E. Waxman
Edward Montagne
Department Leadership Roster
John Guillermin
Director
Jean Louis
Costume Design
Philip H. Reisman Jr.
Screenplay
Sam E. Waxman
Editor
Edward Montagne
Producer
Loyal Griggs
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About P.J.
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What is P.J. about?
Reluctant New York City private eye P.J. Detweiler is hired as a bodyguard to protect Maureen Preble, the mistress of shady millionaire William Orbison. In truth, Orbison plans a deadly intrigue in which P.J. is to play a central part. Meanwhile, complications ensue as P.J. gradually falls in love with Maureen.
Who directed P.J.?
P.J. was directed by John Guillermin.
Who stars in P.J.?
The principal cast of P.J. includes George Peppard, Raymond Burr, Gayle Hunnicutt, Brock Peters, Wilfrid Hyde-White.
When was P.J. released and how long is it?
P.J. was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
Who composed the musical score for P.J.?
The original motion picture soundtrack for P.J. was composed by Neal Hefti.
What is the age rating and content advisory for P.J.?
P.J. holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).