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Foul Play 1978

“It's a highly dangerous comedy!!”

★ 6.3/10 PG ComedyMysteryThriller Released
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What is Foul Play?

Foul Play is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Comedy, Mystery, Thriller.

Type
Film
Year
1978
Status
Released
Runtime
116 minutes
Release date
Jul 14, 1978
Studios
Paramount Pictures, Miller-Milkis Productions, Shelburne Associates
Genres
Comedy, Mystery, Thriller
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Streaming Intelligence

Binge-Worthiness & Content Radar

85 /100 Highly Bingeable
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.3/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.7/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential8.9/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Comedy #Mystery #Thriller

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Foul Play is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Comedy, Mystery, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Paramount Pictures, Miller-Milkis Productions, Shelburne Associates. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A timid librarian and a clumsy cop team up to thwart a bizarre crime.”

Reasons to watch
  • Goldie Hawn and Chevy Chase’s lively chemistry
  • Blend of humor with suspenseful mystery
  • Quirky supporting characters like albinos and dwarves
Keep in mind
  • The 1970s pacing may feel slower to contemporary audiences

Watch it if you enjoy a lighthearted 1970s caper with romantic banter and eccentric villains.

The PG‑rated film offers mild slapstick comedy and mystery without strong language or violence.

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What genre is Foul Play?

It is a romantic neo‑noir comedy thriller.

Who are the lead actors?

Goldie Hawn stars as the librarian and Chevy Chase as the cop.

When was the film released?

It premiered in the United States on July 14, 1978.

What is the film’s rating?

The movie is rated PG.

How long is the runtime?

The film runs for 1 hour 56 minutes.

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