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The Kid Detective

  • 2020
  • 12
  • 1h 40m
IMDb RATING
7.0/10
25K
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Adam Brody and Sophie Nélisse in The Kid Detective (2020)
A once-celebrated kid detective (Adam Brody), now 31, continues to solve the same trivial mysteries between hangovers and bouts of self-pity. Until a naïve client (Sophie Nélisse) brings him his first adult case - to find out who brutally murdered her boyfriend.
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A once-celebrated kid detective, now 32, continues to solve the same trivial mysteries between hangovers and bouts of self-pity; until a naive client brings him his first 'adult' case to fin... Read allA once-celebrated kid detective, now 32, continues to solve the same trivial mysteries between hangovers and bouts of self-pity; until a naive client brings him his first 'adult' case to find out who brutally murdered her boyfriend.A once-celebrated kid detective, now 32, continues to solve the same trivial mysteries between hangovers and bouts of self-pity; until a naive client brings him his first 'adult' case to find out who brutally murdered her boyfriend.

  • Director
    • Evan Morgan
  • Writer
    • Evan Morgan
  • Stars
    • Kaitlyn Chalmers-Rizzato
    • Adam Brody
    • Kaleb Horn
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.0/10
    25K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Evan Morgan
    • Writer
      • Evan Morgan
    • Stars
      • Kaitlyn Chalmers-Rizzato
      • Adam Brody
      • Kaleb Horn
    • 146User reviews
    • 68Critic reviews
    • 74Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 5 nominations total

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    The Kid Detective: I Used To Be A Kid Detective
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    The Kid Detective: He's Lying
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    Kaitlyn Chalmers-Rizzato
    Kaitlyn Chalmers-Rizzato
    • Gracie Gulliver
    Adam Brody
    Adam Brody
    • Abe Applebaum
    Kaleb Horn
    Kaleb Horn
    • Corey
    Wendy Crewson
    Wendy Crewson
    • Mrs. Applebaum
    Jonathan Whittaker
    Jonathan Whittaker
    • Mr. Applebaum
    Brent Skagford
    Brent Skagford
    • Barkeep
    Steve Gagne
    • Rory Beans
    Giovanna Moore
    Giovanna Moore
    • Barmaid
    Jesse Noah Gruman
    • Young Abe
    Talyssa Therrien
    • Tracy
    Olivia Williams
    • Danny
    Carter Kowal
    • Nathan
    Griffin Wardle
    • Jake
    Jake Bell-Webster
    • Striped Shirt
    • (as Jake Bell Webster)
    Barbara Rajnovich
    • Elderly Woman
    Alan Catlin
    • Mr. Hepburn
    Kira Gelineau
    Kira Gelineau
    • Gracie's Girlfriend
    David Rosser
    David Rosser
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    • Director
      • Evan Morgan
    • Writer
      • Evan Morgan
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    User reviews146

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    GrantKanigan

    A surprisingly complex cinematic treat.

    A brilliant, funny premise with comedic heft, that is also a unsettling thriller. It'a due to the whole cast, whip smart direction, excellent direction and a masterful performance from Adam Brody. It's a testament to both the writing and Brody that such a weird, unique premise can ride the line between goofy satire and deadly serious themes. It's a unique, thrilling and absolutely memorable film. Where the Coen brothers seem to be more tongue in cheek or outright violent, or Guy Ritchie might stylize and use violence for jokes, this film somehow has its hilarious moments without taking away from some of its deadly serious tones. It's wonderful filmmaking, and surely would have been a hit if 2020 hadn't decimated moviegoing. Here's hoping this isn't the last we've seen from the creative duo of Morgan and Brody, and that this film finds its audience on VOD. It's destined to be a cult classic.
    7witra_as

    Adam Brody did wonder in this quirky murder mystery

    A quirky murder mystery by Evan Morgan had unconventional steps to reveal the truth. I wasn't thoroughly impressed but had genuine LOL moments. Adam Brody is the best thing here cause you can't miss both his coming of age story and investigation process.
    7Sergiodave

    Caught me by surprise

    The Kid Detective starts out as a fairly run of the mill amateur sleuth movie, something not too distant from 'Murder She Wrote'. Luckily I didn't quit the film because it then turns very surprisingly dark. Well acted and directed with an ingenious plot , this movie will leave you thinking long after the credits have rolled.
    8mohamed_khaled-10013

    HIGHLY UNDERRATED !!!!!!

    This movie is actually really really great. The ideas, the distinctive characters, the acting and plot were all on spot. That's all I have to say. Now go watch and tell me what you think.
    7harrisonmoon

    Surprising

    Sneaky compelling. Adam Brody's style... deadpan delivery of lines keeps you hooked. You get vested and want to know what happened. Canadian film too which surprised me more... a movie I expected would be the usual 4 or something I just didn't finish. But it's good and it's a bit different... and you kinda want to see it to the end.

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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      Had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 13, 2020.
    • Goofs
      Cast list gives away revealing plot point.
    • Quotes

      Abe Applebaum: It's difficult to accept the difference between who you are in your head and who you are in the world.

    • Connections
      Featured in Mike and Jay Talk About: Mike and Jay Talk About The Kid Detective (2021)
    • Soundtracks
      Sugar Town
      Performed by Nancy Sinatra

      Written by James Krondes (as Jimmy Krondes) & Sidney Jacobson (as Sid Jacobson)

      Published by Universal Music Publishing Canada

      Courtesy of Boots Entertainment Inc. and Criterion Music Corp.

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    • Release date
      • March 3, 2021 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • Canada
    • Official sites
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Fini de jouer
    • Filming locations
      • North Bay, Ontario, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Woods Entertainment
      • JoBro Productions & Film Finance
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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $364,138
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $140,218
      • Oct 18, 2020
    • Gross worldwide
      • $367,890
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 40 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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