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Detour

7.219451h 8mPGMovieDramaThriller

The life of Al Roberts, a pianist in a New York nightclub, turns into a nightmare when he decides to hitchhike to Los Angeles to visit his girlfriend.

DirectorEdgar G. Ulmer
WriterMartin Goldsmith
ProducerLeon Fromkess

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Cast · Directed by Edgar G. Ulmer

TNTom Neal
Tom Neal
Al Roberts
ASAnn Savage
Ann Savage
Vera
CDClaudia Drake
Claudia Drake
Sue Harvey
EMEdmund MacDonald
Edmund MacDonald
Charles Haskell Jr.
TRTim Ryan
Tim Ryan
Diner Owner Gus
EHEsther Howard
Esther Howard
Hedy
PGPat Gleason
Pat Gleason
Joe
DBDon Brodie
Don Brodie
Used Car Salesman (uncredited)
RCRoger Clark
Roger Clark
Cop (uncredited)
EHEddie Hall
Eddie Hall
Used Car Mechanic (uncredited)
HM
Harry Mayo
Nightclub Patron (uncredited)
HSHarry Strang
Harry Strang
California Border Patrolman (uncredited)

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Detour — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Detour?

Detour is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, FlixFling and Brew in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and MovieMe. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Detour on Netflix?

No, Detour is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and FlixFling.

Is Detour on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Detour is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Detour for free?

Detour is available to stream free (with ads) on JustWatch TV and Hoopla in Canada.