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A Shot in the Dark
1964 102 min United Kingdom, United States of America PG 12+
★7.4
Comedy, Mystery, Crime
Director: Blake Edwards
🎭 Based on
«L'Idiote»
byMarcel Achard
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Description
Inspector Jacques Clouseau, smitten with the accused maid Maria Gambrelli, unwittingly turns a straightforward murder investigation into a comedic series of mishaps, testing the patience of his irritable boss Charles Dreyfus as casualties mount.
US Gross:
$12.37M
Worldwide:
$12.37M
Starring
Peter Sellers
Actor
Elke Sommer
Actor
George Sanders
Actor
Awards
BAFTA 1966
— Best Costume Design (Color)
Key opinion
A Shot in the Dark is widely regarded as a successful, lighthearted sequel that solidifies the iconic status of Peter Sellers' Inspector Clouseau. While some critics view it as a harmless, dated comedy, most fans appreciate its clever slapstick and the effective introduction of key series elements like the rivalry with Chief Inspector Dreyfus.
| Acting | Peter Sellers defines the film with his masterful portrayal of the bumbling, arrogant Inspector Clouseau. | |
| Score | Henry Mancini’s iconic musical score remains an essential component of the series' charm and atmosphere. | |
| Screenplay | The introduction of Chief Inspector Dreyfus provides a perfect foil that deepens the comedic tension. | |
| Humor | The comedy is perceived by some as a classic parody of detective fiction, while others find the humor dated or merely silly. |