The Awful Sleuth
Synopsis
Drug store soda jerk Bert is a true-crime buff who revels in detective magazines. But he doesn't recognize the notorious gangster he waits on, smiling Memphis Mike.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 18, 1951
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Quine
- Screenplay & Story
- Elwood Ullman
- Original Title
- The Awful Sleuth
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Quine
Elwood Ullman
Allen G. Siegler
Henry DeMond
Jules White
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Quine
Director
Jules White
Producer
Elwood Ullman
Writer
Allen G. Siegler
Director of Photography
Henry DeMond
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Awful Sleuth
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What is The Awful Sleuth about?
Drug store soda jerk Bert is a true-crime buff who revels in detective magazines. But he doesn't recognize the notorious gangster he waits on, smiling Memphis Mike.
Who directed The Awful Sleuth?
The Awful Sleuth was directed by Richard Quine.
Who stars in The Awful Sleuth?
The principal cast of The Awful Sleuth includes Bert Wheeler, Jean Willes, Ben Welden, Minerva Urecal, Vernon Dent.
When was The Awful Sleuth released and how long is it?
The Awful Sleuth was released in 1951 with a total runtime of 18m.