Peter Gunn (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1989, Peter Gunn is a drama, crime and tv movie film directed by Blake Edwards, running about 90 minutes. “There ought to be a law against guys this cool” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Peter Gunn, a connoisseur of beautiful women and cool jazz, is an ex-cop turned private eye who's caught in the middle of a dangerous gang war.
Who’s in it. Peter Gunn stars Peter Strauss as Peter Gunn, Peter Jurasik as Lieutenant Jacoby, Jennifer Edwards as Maggie and Barbara Williams as Edie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Peter Gunn has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Peter Gunn page.
If you liked it. Fans of Peter Gunn tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Peter Gunn (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Peter Gunn change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Peter Gunn worth watching?
- Peter Gunn holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Peter Gunn?
- Peter Gunn stars Peter Strauss, Peter Jurasik, Jennifer Edwards, Barbara Williams and David Rappaport.
- When was Peter Gunn released?
- Peter Gunn was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.