Missing Persons (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1990, Missing Persons is a drama and crime film directed by Derek Bennett, running about 104 minutes. “The debut of the popular sleuth” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. During a visit to childhood friend Edith, retired housewife Hetty Wainthropp discovers that Edith's husband, Frank, has a son by a previous marriage. Hetty decides to turn amateur detective to trace him. When this gives her a taste for detection, Hetty decides to set up a private detective agency.
Who’s in it. Missing Persons stars Patricia Routledge as Hetty Wainthrop, Tony Melody as Robert Wainthrop, Jean Heywood as Edith Cross and Jimmy Jewel as Frank Cross, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Missing Persons has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Missing Persons page.
If you liked it. Fans of Missing Persons tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Missing Persons (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Missing Persons change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Missing Persons worth watching?
- Missing Persons holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Missing Persons?
- Missing Persons stars Patricia Routledge, Tony Melody, Jean Heywood, Jimmy Jewel and Garry Halliday.
- When was Missing Persons released?
- Missing Persons was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.