How to Be a Detective(1936)
How to Be a Detective Synopsis
This Robert Benchley 'How To' comedy short attempts to teach us how to profile criminals by physical characteristics.
How to Be a Detective (1936) is a comedy and crime film directed by Felix E. Feist, released on October 17, 1936 with a runtime of 9m. It stars Robert Benchley, Arthur Hoyt and Dewey Robinson. Viewers rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 8 ratings.
- Director:
- Felix E. Feist
- Writers:
- Robert Benchley, Frederic I. Rinaldo, Robert Lees
- Production:
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Status:
- Released
How to Be a Detective Cast & Crew
Main cast
Robert Benchley
as Mr. Benchley
Arthur Hoyt
as Worried Citizen (uncredited)
Dewey Robinson
as McNulty (uncredited)
Key crew
Directed by Felix E. Feist, written by Robert Benchley, Frederic I. Rinaldo and Robert Lees.
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How to Be a Detective Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.9/10 from 8 ratings.
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How to Be a Detective – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch How to Be a Detective online?
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Who stars in How to Be a Detective?
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The main cast of How to Be a Detective (1936) includes Robert Benchley, Arthur Hoyt and Dewey Robinson. The film was directed by Felix E. Feist. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was How to Be a Detective released?
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How to Be a Detective was released on October 17, 1936 and runs for 9m.
Is How to Be a Detective worth watching?
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How to Be a Detective (1936) holds an average rating of 6.9 out of 10 from 8 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy comedy and crime films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.