The Detective (1968) — Perfery

(1968)Directed by Gordon Douglas114 min · PGCrime, Mystery, Drama

“An adult look at a police detective.”

New York City Police detective Joe Leland investigates the grisly murder of Teddy Leikman, the gay son of a politically influential department store owner. While investigating, he discovers links to official corruption in NYC in this drama that delves into a world of sex and drugs, homophobia, homosexuality and bisexuality.

Frank Sinatraas Det. Sgt. Joe Leland

Lee Remickas Karen Wagner Leland

Ralph Meekeras Curran

Jack Klugmanas Dave Schoenstein

Horace McMahonas Capt. Tom Farrell

Lloyd Bochneras Dr. Wendell Roberts

William Windomas Colin MacIver

Tony Musanteas Felix Tesla

Al Freeman Jr.as Robbie Loughlin

Robert Duvallas Nestor

PH Pat Henryas Mercidis

Patrick McVeyas Police Officer Mike Tanner

Dixie Marquisas Carol Linjack

Sugar Ray Robinsonas Kelly

Renée Tayloras Rachael Schoenstein

James Inmanas Teddy Leikman

Tom Atkinsas Harmon

Jacqueline Bissetas Norma MacIver

Joe Santosas Reporter (uncredited)

George Plimptonas Reporter (uncredited)

Bette Midleras Woman at Party

Lou Krugmanas Reporter (uncredited)

Alan Mansonas Reporter (uncredited)

DS Diane Sayeras Blonde Sitting in Lounge (uncredited)