Super-Sleuth (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 4.7

Released in 1937, Super-Sleuth is a comedy and mystery film directed by Benjamin Stoloff, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. A movie actor playing a detective gets carried away with his role and starts trying to solve real-life crimes.
Who’s in it. Super-Sleuth stars Jack Oakie as Bill Martin, Ann Sothern as Mary Strand, Eduardo Ciannelli as Professor Herman and Alan Bruce as Larry Frank, a movie stand-in, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Super-Sleuth has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Super-Sleuth page.
If you liked it. Fans of Super-Sleuth tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Super-Sleuth (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Super-Sleuth change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Super-Sleuth worth watching?
- Super-Sleuth holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Super-Sleuth?
- Super-Sleuth stars Jack Oakie, Ann Sothern, Eduardo Ciannelli, Alan Bruce and Edgar Kennedy.
- When was Super-Sleuth released?
- Super-Sleuth was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.
