The Accidental Detective (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 10

Released in 2003, The Accidental Detective is a comedy and romance film directed by Vanna Paoli, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. A famous collector dies suddenly in Florence in strange circumstances. His wife, the only heir of an immense wealth, has a unpleasant surprise: the husband, a few days before his death, had spent 20 million dollars to buy a building in the heart of the Tuscan city. Why didn't he say anything to anybody?
Who’s in it. The Accidental Detective stars David Kriegel as David Bailey, Cristina Moglia as Dianora Mazzi Tinghi, Sarah Miles as Smeralda Mazzi Tinghi and Tomas Arana as Matt Brandon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Accidental 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 Accidental Detective page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Accidental Detective tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Accidental Detective (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Accidental Detective change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Accidental Detective worth watching?
- The Accidental Detective holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Accidental Detective?
- The Accidental Detective stars David Kriegel, Cristina Moglia, Sarah Miles, Tomas Arana and Donald Sinden.
- When was The Accidental Detective released?
- The Accidental Detective was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.