The Last Detective (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 10

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Released in 2003, The Last Detective is a comedy, drama and crime film directed by Nick Hurran, running about 96 minutes.

What it’s about. A disrespected but decent British detective unravels a 20 year old murder case about a missing seventeen year old girl while trying to deal with the breakup of his marriage.

Who’s in it. The Last Detective stars Peter Davison as Dangerous Davies, Sean Hughes as Mod Lewis, Emma Amos as Julie Davies and Rob Spendlove as Ray Aspinall, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Last Detective sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Last Detective page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Last Detective tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Last Detective (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Last Detective change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Last Detective worth watching?
The Last Detective holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Last Detective?
The Last Detective stars Peter Davison, Sean Hughes, Emma Amos, Rob Spendlove and Charles De'Ath.
When was The Last Detective released?
The Last Detective was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.