Detroit 9000
“It's the murder capital of the world. And the biggest Black rip-off of the decade.”
Synopsis
After a fundraiser for a Black politician is robbed, Detroit police put two detectives, one white and one Black, on the case, who try to work together under boiling political pressure.
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Detroit 9000 (1973) Theatrical Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-05-26
Top Cast
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Alex Rocco
Danny Bassett
Hari Rhodes
Jesse Williams
Vonetta McGee
Roby Harris
Herbert Jefferson Jr.
Ferdy
Robert Phillips
Captain Chalmers
Ellaraino
Helen Durbin
Scatman Crothers
Reverend Markham
Sally Baker
Ethel
Rudy Challenger
Aubrey Hale Clayton
Doris Ingraham
George Skaff
Oscar
Council Cargle
Drew Sheppard
Regis Cordic
Dr. Horace Cooley
Stacy Keach Sr.
Davis Roberts
Milo
Jason Sommers
Bob Charlton
Ed Oldani
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 1, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arthur Marks
- Screenplay & Story
- Orville H. Hampton
- Original Score
- Luchi De Jesus
- Original Title
- Detroit 9000
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, German
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Holly Hill Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arthur Marks
Orville H. Hampton
Luchi De Jesus
Harry J. May
Richard Greer
Charles Stroud, Junius Griffin, Don Gottlieb, Arthur Marks, William B. Silberkleit
Department Leadership Roster
Orville H. Hampton
Writer
Charles Stroud
Producer
Arthur Marks
Producer
Arthur Marks
Director
Luchi De Jesus
Original Music Composer
Harry J. May
Director of Photography
Richard Greer
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Detroit 9000
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Detroit 9000 about?
After a fundraiser for a Black politician is robbed, Detroit police put two detectives, one white and one Black, on the case, who try to work together under boiling political pressure.
Who directed Detroit 9000?
Detroit 9000 was directed by Arthur Marks.
Who stars in Detroit 9000?
The principal cast of Detroit 9000 includes Alex Rocco, Hari Rhodes, Vonetta McGee, Herbert Jefferson Jr., Robert Phillips.
When was Detroit 9000 released and how long is it?
Detroit 9000 was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for Detroit 9000?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Detroit 9000 was composed by Luchi De Jesus.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Detroit 9000?
Detroit 9000 holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).