Oh Dear Harry!

Oh Dear Harry!

1981 · 85 min · ★ 6.1 · Comedy

Down-on-his-luck private detective Harry Werner just wants a quiet life, but trouble always finds him. When he stumbles into a case involving a missing woman, shady criminals, and a suitcase full of secrets, Harry realises he's in way over his head. A mix of comedy, noir, and chaos, this quirky caper proves that bad luck is Harry’s only constant companion.

Directed by Jean Girault

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