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6.3 / 10(607 votes)IMDbR20071h 29m$343K Worldwide GrossUnited Kingdom, United States of America

Sleuth

“Obey the rules.”

Synopsis

Locked in a high-tech English manor, bound in a deadly duel of wits, Andrew Wyke and Milo Tindle come together as English gentlemen to discuss the matter of Wyke's wife: the woman both are sleeping with.

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Official TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2007-08-13

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

October 12, 2007

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

October 12, 2007

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

Undisclosed

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$343K

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Kenneth Branagh
Screenplay & Story
Harold Pinter
Original Score
Patrick Doyle
Original Title
Sleuth
Country of Origin
United Kingdom, United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 29m
Worldwide Gross
$343K
Production Studios
Castle Rock Entertainment, Timnick Films, Riff Raff Film Productions, Mandate International

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Kenneth Branagh

Screenplay & Story

Harold Pinter, Anthony Shaffer

Original Score & Music

Patrick Doyle

Director of Photography

Haris Zambarloukos

Film Editing

Neil Farrell

Producers

Simon Moseley, Jude Law, Tom Sternberg, Ben Jackson, Martin Shafer

Department Leadership Roster

Alexandra Byrne

Alexandra Byrne

Costume Design

Neil Farrell

Editor

Harold Pinter

Harold Pinter

Screenplay

Simon Moseley

Producer

Jude Law

Jude Law

Producer

Tom Sternberg

Producer

Ben Jackson

Producer

Patrick Doyle

Patrick Doyle

Original Music Composer

Kenneth Branagh

Kenneth Branagh

Director

Kenneth Branagh

Kenneth Branagh

Producer

Simon Halfon

Producer

Haris Zambarloukos

Haris Zambarloukos

Director of Photography

Tim Harvey

Production Design

Marion Pilowsky

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)MA 15+
Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

France (CNC)U

Tous publics — Universal audience.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Sleuth.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sleuth

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Sleuth about?

Locked in a high-tech English manor, bound in a deadly duel of wits, Andrew Wyke and Milo Tindle come together as English gentlemen to discuss the matter of Wyke's wife: the woman both are sleeping with.

Who directed Sleuth?

Sleuth was directed by Kenneth Branagh.

Who stars in Sleuth?

The principal cast of Sleuth includes Michael Caine, Jude Law, Harold Pinter, Carmel O'Sullivan, Kenneth Branagh.

When was Sleuth released and how long is it?

Sleuth was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.

How much did Sleuth make at the box office?

Sleuth grossed $343K in worldwide ticket sales.

Who composed the musical score for Sleuth?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Sleuth was composed by Patrick Doyle.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Sleuth?

Sleuth holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).