Home
search
more | tips
IMDb > Sleuth (2007)
Sleuth
Quicklinks
Top Links
trailers and videosfull cast and crewtriviaofficial sitesmemorable quotes
Overview
main detailscombined detailsfull cast and crewcompany creditstv schedule
Awards & Reviews
user commentsexternal reviewsnewsgroup reviewsawardsuser ratingsparents guiderecommendationsmessage board
Plot & Quotes
plot summaryplot synopsisplot keywordsAmazon.com summarymemorable quotes
Fun Stuff
triviagoofssoundtrack listingcrazy creditsalternate versionsmovie connectionsFAQ
Other Info
merchandising linksbox office/businessrelease datesfilming locationstechnical specslaserdisc detailsDVD detailsliterature listingsNewsDesk
Promotional
taglines trailers and videos posters photo gallery
External Links
showtimesofficial sitesmiscellaneousphotographssound clipsvideo clips

Photos (see all 30 | slideshow) Videos
Sleuth (2007) -- On his sprawling country estate, an aging writer matches wits with the struggling actor who has stolen his wife's heart.

Overview

User Rating:
6.3/10   9,095 votes
MOVIEmeter: ?
Up 9% in popularity this week. See rank & trends on IMDbPro.
Director:
Kenneth Branagh
Writers:
Harold Pinter (screenplay)
Anthony Shaffer (play)
Contact:
View company contact information for Sleuth on IMDbPro.
Release Date:
11 October 2007 (Spain) more
Genre:
Drama | Mystery | Thriller more
Tagline:
Obey the rules.
Plot:
On his sprawling country estate, an aging writer matches wits with the struggling actor who has stolen his wife's heart. full summary | add synopsis
Plot Keywords:
more
Awards:
1 win & 2 nominations more
NewsDesk:
(9 articles)
Controversial Playwright Harold Pinter Dead At Age 78
 (From CinemaRetro. 26 December 2008, 9:52 AM, PST)

Writer Harold Pinter Dead At 78
 (From Studio Briefing - Film News. 26 December 2008, 1:33 AM, PST)

User Comments:
A vulgar knockoff more

Cast

  (Complete credited cast)

Additional Details

MPAA:
Rated R for strong language.
Runtime:
USA:86 min | Argentina:87 min
Country:
USA
Language:
English
Color:
Color
Aspect Ratio:
2.35 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Dolby Digital | SDDS | DTS

Fun Stuff

Trivia:
Both the last filmed screenplay by Harold Pinter and his last film role. more
Goofs:
Continuity: When Andrew and Milo are sitting at either end of the long table enjoying a drink, the position of the bottle changes. more
Quotes:
[first lines]
Andrew Wyke: Yes?
Milo Tindle: Andrew Wyke?
Andrew Wyke: That's right.
Milo Tindle: I'm Milo Tindle.
more
Movie Connections:
Featured in "Siskel & Ebert & the Movies: (2007-10-13)" (2007) more

FAQ

This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.
4 out of 4 people found the following comment useful:-
A vulgar knockoff, 10 March 2009
2/10
Author: eye95 from Montgomery, Alabama

While the original titillates the intellect, this cheap remake is designed purely to shock the sensibilities. Instead of intricate plot-twists, this so-called thriller just features sudden and seemingly random story changes that serve only to debase it further with each bizarre development. Worst of all, replacing the original spicy dialog is an overturned saltshaker full of unnecessary four-letter words, leaving behind a stark, but uninteresting taste.

There was promise--unfulfilled promise. The prospect of Michael Caine pulling off a Patty Duke-like Keller-to-Sullivan graduation is admittedly intriguing. Unfortunately, this brilliant and respected actor only tarnished his reputation, first by accepting the role in this horribly re-scripted nonsense and then by turning in a performance that only looks competent when compared to Jude Law's amateurish overacting.

If you haven't seen the classic original, overlook its dated visuals and gimmicks. Hunt it down, watch it, and just enjoy a story-and-a-half. As for the remake, pass on this insult to the original.

Was the above comment useful to you?
more

Message Boards

Discuss this movie with other users on IMDb message board for Sleuth (2007)
Recent Posts (updated daily)User
The Detective (Spoilers) tread-on-my-dreams
Law's Accent JMFOX
OMG THE SCORE!!!! wmattlowe
'What's it all about?' gjoubert
Can anybody get me the script? aaronniotta
What's with the gay moment?!? (Spoilers) fred_wilson2004
more

Recommendations

If you enjoyed this title, our database also recommends:
- - - - -
Sleuth Basic Instinct Lantana Fracture Body Double
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
Show more recommendations

Related Links

Full cast and crew Company credits External reviews
News articles IMDb Drama section IMDb USA section
Add this title to MyMovies

You may report errors and omissions on this page to the IMDb database managers. They will be examined and if approved will be included in a future update. Clicking the 'Update' button will take you through a step-by-step process.