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Detour

7.219451h 8mNRMovieDramaThriller

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

Cast · Directed by Edgar G. Ulmer

Tom Neal

Ann Savage

Claudia Drake

Edmund MacDonald

Edmund MacDonald

Charles Haskell Jr.

Tim Ryan

Diner Owner Gus

Esther Howard

Pat Gleason

Don Brodie

Used Car Salesman (uncredited)

Roger Clark

Cop (uncredited)

Eddie Hall

Used Car Mechanic (uncredited)

Nightclub Patron (uncredited)

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, MGM+ and Brew in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Detour on Netflix?

No, Detour is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and MGM+.

Is Detour on Amazon Prime Video?

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

Where can I watch Detour for free?

Detour is available to stream free (with ads) on JustWatch TV and Kanopy in United States.