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The Awful Sleuth

10.0195118mMovieComedy

Drug store soda jerk Bert is a true-crime buff who revels in detective magazines. But he doesn't recognize the notorious gangster he waits on, smiling Memphis Mike.

DirectorRichard Quine
WriterElwood Ullman
ProducerJules White

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Cast · Directed by Richard Quine

BWBert Wheeler
Bert Wheeler
Bert
JWJean Willes
Jean Willes
Ruthie
BWBen Welden
Ben Welden
Memphis Mike
MUMinerva Urecal
Minerva Urecal
Bert's Mother-In-Law
VDVernon Dent
Vernon Dent
Al Keefer
TKTom Kennedy
Tom Kennedy
Pinky
RVRalph Volkie
Ralph Volkie

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The Awful Sleuth — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Awful Sleuth?

The Awful Sleuth isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is The Awful Sleuth on Netflix?

No, The Awful Sleuth is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is The Awful Sleuth on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Awful Sleuth isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch The Awful Sleuth for free?

The Awful Sleuth isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Awful Sleuth?

The Awful Sleuth hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around June 6, 1951. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.