Foul Play

Where to Watch Foul Play (1978) (Legally)

It's a highly dangerous comedy!!
Jul 14, 1978 US 116 min PG
6.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
264 votes
Comedy Mystery Thriller
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What to expect (spoiler-free)

If you’re considering “ (1978), this quick guide summarizes the essentials.

Expect a Comedy, Mystery, Thriller blend, with a runtime close to 116 minutes.

Cast highlights include Goldie Hawn, Chevy Chase, Burgess Meredith, Eugene Roche.

The listed certification for some regions is “ (ratings vary by country).

Topics & keywords

detective, murder, conspiracy, church, catholic, albino, mysterious, suspenseful, hilarious

Official trailer

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Plot

A shy San Francisco librarian and a bumbling cop fall in love as they solve a crime involving albinos, dwarves, and the Catholic Church.

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Main cast

Goldie Hawn
Goldie Hawn
as Gloria Mundy
Chevy Chase
Chevy Chase
as Tony Carlson
Burgess Meredith
Burgess Meredith
as Mr. Hennessey
Eugene Roche
Eugene Roche
as Archbishop Thorncrest / Archbishop's brother
Dudley Moore
Dudley Moore
as Stanley Tibbets
Marilyn Sokol
Marilyn Sokol
as Stella
Brian Dennehy
Brian Dennehy
as Fergie
Marc Lawrence
Marc Lawrence
as Rupert Stiltskin
Rachel Roberts
Rachel Roberts
as Delia Darrow / Gerda Casswell
Frances Bay
Frances Bay
as Mrs. Russel