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Sleuth

PG19722h 18mJoseph L. Mankiewicz
IMDb 7.9 · Rotten Tomatoes 90%

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"Think of the perfect crime... Then go one step further."

A man who loves games and theatre invites his wife's lover to meet, setting up a battle of wits with potentially deadly results.

ThrillerMysteryCrime
InfidelityRobberyCountrysideUpper ClassRomantic RivalryAuthorGameExtramarital AffairTenseOminous

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sleuth (1972) about?

A man who loves games and theatre invites his wife's lover to meet, setting up a battle of wits with potentially deadly results.

Who stars in Sleuth?

Sleuth stars Laurence Olivier (Andrew Wyke), Michael Caine (Milo Tindle). The film was directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz.

How long is Sleuth?

Sleuth has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1972. It is rated PG.

Is Sleuth worth watching?

Sleuth holds an IMDb rating of 7.9/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 90. Fans of Thriller, Mystery, Crime are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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