The Hollywood Detective
Top 6 Billed Cast
Harry Bell
Lois Wednesday
Sid Curley
Eddie Northcott
Lt. Victor Grabouski
Jerry Brazil (as William H. Bassett)
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Overview
An actor at the end of the line who used to play a PI on TV turns to real detective work when a fan of his begs him to help her.
Release Date
1989-10-25
Average
6
Rating:
3.0 startsTagline
Until now, he's only been shot with a camera.
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