Foul Play

– A shy San Francisco librarian and a bumbling cop fall in love as they solve a crime involving albino..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
6.80 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 56 Minutes
Release Year:
1978
Foul Play (1978)

A shy San Francisco librarian and a bumbling cop fall in love as they solve a crime involving albinos, dwarves, and the Catholic Church.

Story Timeline:
Producing Country:
USA
Filming Locations:

Foul Play (1978) - Trailer

Release Date:

14 Jul 1978

Language:

English

MPAA Content-Rating:
PG – Parental Guidance Suggested

Some material may not be suitable for children. Parents urged to give "parental guidance". May contain some material parents might not like for their young children.

Director:

Colin Higgins

Writer:

Colin Higgins

Main Actors:

Goldie Hawn, Chevy Chase, Burgess Meredith, Rachel Roberts

Plot:

When, unbeknownst to Gloria, a microfilm cassette is left with her by a dying agent, she becomes entangled in a complicated series of events. She's pursued by a dwarf and an albino, and becomes convinced that they are out to kill her. Finally, with the help of San Francisco detective Tony Carlson, she begins to turn the tables on her pursuers. It becomes clear that the nerfarious crew after her are plotting a dastardly deed indeed - to assassinate the Pope as he visits the city to see _The Mikado_. Gloria and Tony must race against time to prevent this terrible crime.

Awards:

Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 8 nominations.

Production:

Paramount Home Video

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes:
72%
Metacritic:
45%