---
title: "The Last Detail"
year: 1973
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-last-detail-1973"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 14886
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 104
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Last Detail (1973) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-last-detail-1973

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Last Detail is a film first released in 1973. Catalogued under Drama, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Acrobat Productions, Bright-Persky Associates. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Two Navy men escort a young offender to prison, giving him one last good time."

### Why Watch
- Engaging story about a memorable road trip
- Blend of dramatic and comedic moments

### Caveats & Content Note
- Features strong language and mature themes
- Involves a sombre journey to a prison sentence
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains strong language and deals with a young offender facing a lengthy prison sentence.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: drama, comedy, gritty, road trip

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Hal Ashby
- **Networks / Studios**: Acrobat Productions, Bright-Persky Associates

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jack Nicholson** as *Buddusky*
- **Otis Young** as *Mulhall*
- **Randy Quaid** as *Meadows*
- **Clifton James** as *M. A. A.*
- **Carol Kane** as *Young Whore*
- **Michael Moriarty** as *Marine O. D.*
- **Luana Anders** as *Donna*
- **Kathleen Miller** as *Annette*
- **Nancy Allen** as *Nancy*
- **Gerry Salsberg** as *Henry*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the basic plot of The Last Detail?
Two Navy men are ordered to bring a young offender to prison, but decide to show him one last good time along the way.

### Q: What genres does the film fall under?
The film is categorized as a drama and comedy.

### Q: When was the film released in the US?
The film was released on 12/11/1973 in the US.

### Q: Did the film receive any major awards or nominations?
Yes, it was nominated for two Golden Globe Awards, three Academy Awards, and four British Academy Film Awards, winning two.

### Q: What is the runtime of the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour and 44 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Last Detail — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/14886)
- [The Last Detail - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Last_Detail)
- [The Last Detail (None) | DIV.cz](https://div.cz/film/the-last-detail)

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