Detour(1945)
“He went searching for love… but fate forced a DETOUR to revelry… violence… mystery!”
Overview
The life of Al Roberts, a pianist in a New York nightclub, turns into a nightmare when he decides to hitchhike to Los Angeles to visit his girlfriend.
Director
Edgar G. Ulmer
Studio
PRC
Budget
$30K
Cast
Tom Neal
as Al Roberts
Ann Savage
as Vera
Claudia Drake
as Sue Harvey
Edmund MacDonald
as Charles Haskell Jr.
Tim Ryan
as Diner Owner Gus
Esther Howard
as Hedy
Pat Gleason
as Joe
Don Brodie
as Used Car Salesman (uncredited)
Roger Clark
as Cop (uncredited)
Eddie Hall
as Used Car Mechanic (uncredited)
Harry Mayo
as Nightclub Patron (uncredited)
Harry Strang
as California Border Patrolman (uncredited)
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1945
Runtime
1h 8m
Language
English
Rating
7.2 / 10
Budget
$30K
Production Companies
PRC
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Detour?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Detour (1945).
What is Detour about?▼
The life of Al Roberts, a pianist in a New York nightclub, turns into a nightmare when he decides to hitchhike to Los Angeles to visit his girlfriend.
Who directed Detour?▼
Detour was directed by Edgar G. Ulmer and released in 1945. It is a drama, thriller film.
How long is Detour?▼
Detour has a runtime of 1 hours and 8 minutes (68 minutes total).
Who stars in Detour?▼
The cast of Detour includes Tom Neal as Al Roberts, Ann Savage as Vera, Claudia Drake as Sue Harvey, Edmund MacDonald as Charles Haskell Jr., Tim Ryan as Diner Owner Gus and more.
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