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The Singing Detective

5.120031h 49mRMovieComedyMusicMystery

Tormented and bedridden by a debilitating disease, a mystery writer relives his detective stories through his imagination and hallucinations.

DirectorKeith Gordon
WriterDennis Potter
ProducersBruce Davey·Mel Gibson

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Not available in India
Streaming in 7 other countries

The Singing Detective isn't on any streaming service in India right now, but it's available in Australia, Canada, Guernsey, Ireland and 3 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Keith Gordon

RJRobert Downey Jr.
Robert Downey Jr.
Dan Dark
RWRobin Wright
Robin Wright
Nicola / Nina / Blonde
MGMel Gibson
Mel Gibson
Dr. Gibbon
JNJeremy Northam
Jeremy Northam
Mark Binney
KHKatie Holmes
Katie Holmes
Nurse Mills
ABAdrien Brody
Adrien Brody
First Hood
JPJon Polito
Jon Polito
Second Hood
CGCarla Gugino
Carla Gugino
Betty Dark / Hooker
SRSaul Rubinek
Saul Rubinek
Skin Specialist
AWAlfre Woodard
Alfre Woodard
Chief of Staff
AAAmy Aquino
Amy Aquino
Nurse Nozhki
DDDavid Dorfman
David Dorfman
Young Dan Dark

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The Singing Detective — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Singing Detective?

The Singing Detective isn't on any streaming service in India yet, but it's available in Australia, Canada and United Kingdom and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is The Singing Detective on Netflix?

No, The Singing Detective is not on Netflix in India as of September 2026.

Is The Singing Detective on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Singing Detective isn't on Amazon Prime Video in India right now.

Where can I watch The Singing Detective for free?

The Singing Detective isn't streaming in India yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.