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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

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Cast · Directed by Edgar G. Ulmer

Tom Neal
Tom Neal
Al Roberts
Ann Savage
Ann Savage
Vera
Claudia Drake
Claudia Drake
Sue Harvey
Edmund MacDonald
Edmund MacDonald
Charles Haskell Jr.
Tim Ryan
Tim Ryan
Diner Owner Gus
Esther Howard
Esther Howard
Hedy
Pat Gleason
Pat Gleason
Joe
Don Brodie
Don Brodie
Used Car Salesman (uncredited)
Roger Clark
Roger Clark
Cop (uncredited)
Eddie Hall
Eddie Hall
Used Car Mechanic (uncredited)
Harry Mayo
Harry Mayo
Nightclub Patron (uncredited)
Harry 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, 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 August 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 August 2026.

Where can I watch Detour for free?

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