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Detour

1945-11-30 · 68 min · ★ 7.2

Drama · Thriller

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.

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Directors
Edgar G. Ulmer
Production companies
PRC
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 30,000

Top Cast

Tom NealTom NealAl Roberts
Ann SavageAnn SavageVera
Claudia DrakeClaudia DrakeSue Harvey
Edmund MacDonaldEdmund MacDonaldCharles Haskell Jr.
Tim RyanTim RyanDiner Owner Gus
Esther HowardEsther HowardHedy
Pat GleasonPat GleasonJoe
Don BrodieDon BrodieUsed Car Salesman (uncredited)
Roger ClarkRoger ClarkCop (uncredited)
Eddie HallEddie HallUsed Car Mechanic (uncredited)
Harry MayoNightclub Patron (uncredited)
Harry StrangHarry StrangCalifornia Border Patrolman (uncredited)

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