1945 Noir 'Detour' Streams Free After Six-Day Shoot
Edgar G. Ulmer's Poverty Row noir 'Detour' is now streaming for free. Roger Ebert championed the film, and Bill Hader praised its femme fatale.
Edgar G. Ulmer's 1945 film noir Detour is now streaming for free on a new platform, giving viewers a fresh chance to see one of Hollywood's most famously frugal productions.
The film was shot in just six days during the Poverty Row era, when studios churned out low-budget pictures outside the major lot system. Despite those constraints, Detour has long been regarded as a standout of the genre.
Roger Ebert included the film on his great movies list, and Bill Hader has praised its villain as the single most treacherous femme fatale in movie history.
Collider reported the free streaming availability. The film remains a touchstone for noir fans and a case study in how quickly a lasting movie can be made.
Quick answers
Where can I watch Detour for free?
The 1945 film is currently streaming for free on a new platform.
Who directed Detour?
Edgar G. Ulmer directed the film.
Why is Detour notable?
It was shot in six days during Hollywood's Poverty Row era, Roger Ebert included it on his great movies list, and Bill Hader praised its villain as the most treacherous femme fatale in movie history.