Zero Effect

Where to Watch Zero Effect (1998) (Legally)

The world's most private detective.
Jan 30, 1998 US 116 min M
6.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
200 votes
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What to expect (spoiler-free)

If you’re considering “ (1998), this quick guide summarizes the essentials.

It sits in the Comedy, Crime, Mystery space and is paced for about 116 minutes.

Cast highlights include Bill Pullman, Ben Stiller, Ryan O'Neal, Kim Dickens.

For families, checking the local age rating is recommended before watching.

Topics & keywords

blackmail, detective, whodunit

Official trailer

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Plot

Daryl Zero is a private investigator and—along with his assistant, Steve Arlo—he solves impossible crimes and puzzles. Although Daryl's a master investigator, he doesn't know what to do with himself when he's not working; he has no social skills, writes bad music and drives Steve crazy.

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Main cast

Bill Pullman
as Daryl Zero
Ben Stiller
as Steve Arlo
Ryan O'Neal
as Gregory Stark
Kim Dickens
as Gloria Sullivan
Hugh Ross
as Bill
Matt O'Toole
as Kragan Vincent
Robert Katims
as Gerald Auerbach