Overview

Joe McDoakes imagines himself as a private detective on a murder case. Throughout the film, he spars verbally with narrator Art Gilmore.

Cast

George O'Hanlon, Art Gilmore, Lila Leeds, Kit Guard

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What is "So You Want to Be a Detective" about?

Joe McDoakes imagines himself as a private detective on a murder case. Throughout the film, he spars verbally with narrator Art Gilmore.

When was "So You Want to Be a Detective" released?

So You Want to Be a Detective was released in 1948.

Who stars in "So You Want to Be a Detective"?

The cast includes George O'Hanlon, Art Gilmore, Lila Leeds, Kit Guard.

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