A Shot in the Dark (1964) movie poster

A Shot in the Dark (1964)

"…the picture that gets away with murder!"
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 84%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 82% (RT: 94%, MC: 70) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyMysteryCrime

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Runtime
1h 42m
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.2/10 (624 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
94%
Metacritic
70
Cast
Peter Sellers as Jacques Clouseau
Elke Sommer as Maria Gambrelli
George Sanders as Benjamin Ballon
Herbert Lom as Charles Dreyfus
Graham Stark as Hercule LaJoy
Moira Redmond as Simone
Tracy Reed as Dominique Ballon
Burt Kwouk as Kato
Most people think so. 84% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 624 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 82%.
Overview
Inspector Jacques Clouseau, smitten with the accused maid Maria Gambrelli, unwittingly turns a straightforward murder investigation into a comedic series of mishaps, testing the patience of his irritable boss Charles Dreyfus as casualties mount. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • Peter Sellers spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 1964 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

A Shot in the Dark is a 1964 comedy, mystery, crime film directed by Blake Edwards. Inspector Jacques Clouseau, smitten with the accused maid Maria Gambrelli, unwittingly turns a straightforward murder investigation into a comedic series of mishaps, testing the patience of his irritable boss Charles Dreyfus as casualties mount. The film has been rated by 624 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a comedy film, A Shot in the Dark delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. A Shot in the Dark (1964) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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