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The Gumshoe Kid (1990)

"He Wanted Action. He Wanted Adventure. He Never Thought It Would Come In This Shape."

2.719901h 38mEN
Comedy

Directed by Joseph Manduke

Rating

2.7/10

Runtime

1h 38m

Language

EN

Release

February 2, 1990

Director

Joseph Manduke

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Overview

Originally bound for Harvard, Jeff joins the family detective business to save his mother and sister from eviction. He learns the ropes quickly when a gangster hires him to find out if his bombshell fiancee is two-timing him. Shadowing her every movement - and eyeing her every curve - Jeff lands in ...

Cast

Jay Underwood

Jay Underwood

Jeff Sherman

Tracy Scoggins

Tracy Scoggins

Rita Benson

Vince Edwards

Vince Edwards

Ben Sherman

Arlene Golonka

Arlene Golonka

Gracie Sherman

Pamela Springsteen

Pamela Springsteen

Mona Krause

Amy Lynne

Amy Lynne

Emily Sherman

Xander Berkeley

Xander Berkeley

Monty Griswold

Gino Conforti

Gino Conforti

Morton Meester

Biff Yeager

Biff Yeager

Capt. Billings

Miguel Sandoval

Miguel Sandoval

Carl Ortega

Tim Haldeman

Tim Haldeman

Kruger

David Dunard

David Dunard

Ralph Fitzgerald

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Gumshoe Kid (1990), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Originally bound for Harvard, Jeff joins the family detective business to save his mother and sister from eviction. He learns the ropes quickly when a gangster hires him to find out if his bombshell fiancee is two-timing him. Shadowing her every movement - and eyeing her every curve - Jeff lands in real hot water, not to mention a hot shower, when thugs kidnap her lover and try to get him. Now they're both on the run - from the mob, from the police (who might be working with the mob), and from his mother (who might pose the biggest danger of them all)!

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Gumshoe Kid. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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