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Fletch (1985)

โ€œMeet the only guy who changes his identity more often than his underwear.โ€

6.8/10 ยท 801 votes 1h 38m pg ComedyCrimeMystery

#30 of 67 films from 1985 #1121 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Michael Ritchie ยท Written by Andrew Bergman, Gregory McDonald

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Overview

When investigative reporter Irwin "Fletch" Fletcher goes undercover to write a piece on the drug trade at a local beach, he's approached by wealthy businessman Alan Stanwyk, who offers him $50,000 to murder him. With sarcastic wit and a knack for disguises, Fletch sets out to uncover Stanwyk's story.

Cast

Chevy Chaseas Irwin 'Fletch' Fletcher
Tim Mathesonas Alan Stanwyk
Dana Wheeler-Nicholsonas Gail Stanwyk
Joe Don Bakeras Chief Jerry Karlin
Richard Libertinias Frank Walker
Geena Davisas Larry
M. Emmet Walshas Dr. Joseph Dolan
George Wendtas Fat Sam
Kenneth Marsas Stanton Boyd
Bill Hendersonas Speaker
William Trayloras Ted Underhill
George Wyneras Marvin Gillet
Tony Longoas Detective #1
Larry Jenkinsas Gummy

Facts

Release dateMay 31, 1985
Runtime98 min (1h 38m) โ€” about the same as the 1985 average of 104 min
GenresComedy, Crime, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$8,000,000
Box office$59,612,888 (7.5ร— budget)
IMDbtt0089155

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The Golden ChildThe Golden Child1986 ยท โ˜… 5.9 ยท 1h 34m

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Questions

How long is Fletch?
Fletch runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Is Fletch worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 801 votes, which places it #30 of 67 films released in 1985 in this index (top 57%) and #1121 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Fletch?
Fletch was directed by Michael Ritchie. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Golden Child (1986).
Who stars in Fletch?
Chevy Chase as Irwin 'Fletch' Fletcher; Tim Matheson as Alan Stanwyk; Dana Wheeler-Nicholson as Gail Stanwyk; Joe Don Baker as Chief Jerry Karlin; Richard Libertini as Frank Walker; Geena Davis as Larry.
What is Fletch rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Fletch?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/30087.

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