A Shot in the Dark
"…the picture that gets away with murder!"
Originally released in 1964. A Shot in the Dark is a comedy/mystery film. directed by Blake Edwards.
Starring Peter Sellers, Elke Sommer, and George Sanders
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 23, 1964
61 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (615 votes)
Box Office
$12.4M
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $12,368,234
Production Companies
- United Artists
- The Mirisch Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Shot in the Dark about?
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 irr...
Who directed A Shot in the Dark?
A Shot in the Dark was directed by Blake Edwards.
How long is A Shot in the Dark?
A Shot in the Dark has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was A Shot in the Dark released?
A Shot in the Dark was released on June 23, 1964 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Shot in the Dark?
The main cast of A Shot in the Dark includes Peter Sellers, Elke Sommer, George Sanders, Herbert Lom, Graham Stark.
Is A Shot in the Dark worth watching?
A Shot in the Dark has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 615 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.