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The Kid Detective (2020)
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A once-celebrated kid detective, now 31, continues to solve the same trivial mysteries between hangovers and bouts of self-pity. Until a naive client brings him his first 'adult' case, to find out who brutally murdered her boyfriend.
Cast
Adam Brodyas Abe Applebaum
Sophie Nélisseas Caroline
Tzi Maas Mr. Chang
Peter MacNeillas Principal Erwin
Maurice Dean Wintas Constable Cleary
Jonathan Whittakeras Mr. Applebaum
Wendy Crewsonas Mrs. Applebaum
Sarah Sutherlandas Lucy
Kaitlyn Chalmers-Rizzatoas Gracie Gulliver
Kaleb Hornas Corey
Brent Skagfordas Barkeep
Steve Gagneas Rory Beans
Giovanna Mooreas Barmaid
Jesse Noah Grumanas Young Abe
Facts
| Release date | October 16, 2020 |
| Runtime | 99 min (1h 39m) — about the same as the 2020 average of 103 min |
| Genres | Comedy, Drama, Mystery |
| Language | EN |
| Box office | $367,908 |
| IMDb | tt8980602 |
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Questions
How long is The Kid Detective?
The Kid Detective runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Is The Kid Detective worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 519 votes, which places it #124 of 236 films released in 2020 in this index (top 48%) and #1488 among 2922 comedy titles.
Who directed The Kid Detective?
The Kid Detective was directed by Evan Morgan.
Who stars in The Kid Detective?
Adam Brody as Abe Applebaum; Sophie Nélisse as Caroline; Tzi Ma as Mr. Chang; Peter MacNeill as Principal Erwin; Maurice Dean Wint as Constable Cleary; Jonathan Whittaker as Mr. Applebaum.
What is The Kid Detective rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Kid Detective?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/103933.
