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Sleuth

Sleuth

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

19727.72h 18m

Overview

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

Directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz
Written by Anthony Shaffer
Produced by Morton Gottlieb
Box OfficeBudget: $3.5MRevenue: $5.8M

Top Cast

Laurence Olivier

Laurence Olivier

Andrew Wyke

Michael Caine

Michael Caine

Milo Tindle

Themes & Keywords

infidelityrobberycountrysideupper classromantic rivalryauthorgameextramarital affairtenseominous

About Sleuth

Sleuth is a thriller, mystery, crime film released in 1972 exploring themes of infidelity, robbery, countryside, upper class, romantic rivalry, author. Directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz, it stars Laurence Olivier, Michael Caine. A man who loves games and theatre invites his wife's lover to meet, setting up a battle of wits with potentially deadly results.

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