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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
ProducersSteven Haft·Bruce Davey

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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 is streaming on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Singing Detective on Netflix?

No, The Singing Detective is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Kanopy and Hoopla.

Is The Singing Detective on Amazon Prime Video?

The Singing Detective isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Singing Detective for free?

The Singing Detective is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.