The Gumshoe Kid (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1990, The Gumshoe Kid is a comedy film directed by Joseph Manduke, running about 98 minutes. “He Wanted Action. He Wanted Adventure. He Never Thought It Would Come In This Shape.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young man has to take over the ruined detective agency of his father and his uncle. There are two major difficulties to manage: His uncle and his new job.
Who’s in it. The Gumshoe Kid stars Jay Underwood as Jeff Sherman, Tracy Scoggins as Rita Benson, Vince Edwards as Ben Sherman and Arlene Golonka as Gracie Sherman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, The Gumshoe Kid has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Gumshoe Kid page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gumshoe Kid tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gumshoe Kid (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gumshoe Kid change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Gumshoe Kid worth watching?
- The Gumshoe Kid holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Gumshoe Kid?
- The Gumshoe Kid stars Jay Underwood, Tracy Scoggins, Vince Edwards, Arlene Golonka and Pamela Springsteen.
- When was The Gumshoe Kid released?
- The Gumshoe Kid was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.