Nancy Drew… Detective
“A real sleuth shows you how it's done! Laughs and fun for all!”
Synopsis
After a wealthy dowager who has made a substantial donation to her alma mater suddenly disappears, Nancy Drew sets out to solve the mystery.
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Top Cast
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Bonita Granville
Nancy Drew
John Litel
Carson Drew
James Stephenson
Challon
Frankie Thomas
Ted Nickerson
Frank Orth
Captain Tweedy
Helena Phillips Evans
Mary Eldredge
Renie Riano
Effie Schneider
Charles Trowbridge
Hollister
Dick Purcell
Keiffer
Edward Keane
Adam Thorne
Mae Busch
Miss Tyson
Tommy Bupp
Spud Murphy (uncredited)
Betty Jane Graham
Brinwood Student (uncredited)
Stuart Holmes
Telegrapher (uncredited)
Vera Lewis
Miss Van Deering (uncredited)
Jack Mower
Radio Station Technician (uncredited)
John Ridgely
Radio Station Technician (uncredited)
Cliff Saum
Farmer (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 19, 1938
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Clemens
- Screenplay & Story
- Kenneth Gamet
- Original Score
- Heinz Roemheld
- Original Title
- Nancy Drew… Detective
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Clemens
Kenneth Gamet, Mildred Wirt Benson, John Langan, Carolyn Keene, Edward Stratemeyer
Heinz Roemheld
L. William O'Connell
Frank Magee
Bryan Foy
Department Leadership Roster
Kenneth Gamet
Screenplay
William Clemens
Director
Bryan Foy
Producer
Frank Magee
Editor
L. William O'Connell
Director of Photography
Milo Anderson
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nancy Drew… Detective
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Nancy Drew… Detective about?
After a wealthy dowager who has made a substantial donation to her alma mater suddenly disappears, Nancy Drew sets out to solve the mystery.
Who directed Nancy Drew… Detective?
Nancy Drew… Detective was directed by William Clemens.
Who stars in Nancy Drew… Detective?
The principal cast of Nancy Drew… Detective includes Bonita Granville, John Litel, James Stephenson, Frankie Thomas, Frank Orth.
When was Nancy Drew… Detective released and how long is it?
Nancy Drew… Detective was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.
Who composed the musical score for Nancy Drew… Detective?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Nancy Drew… Detective was composed by Heinz Roemheld.
Is Nancy Drew… Detective based on a book or true story?
Nancy Drew… Detective is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Edward Stratemeyer".