Inspector Palmu's Error

Inspector Palmu's Error

1960 · 109 min · ★ 7.0 · Comedy, Crime

A closed room mystery begins when an infamous tycoon is found dead in his bath tub. The famous police lieutenant Palmu is summoned to investigate.

Directed by Matti Kassila · Written by Matti Kassila

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Cast

Joel Rinne Palmu
Elina Pohjanpää Irma Vanne
Matti Ranin Toivo Virta
Leo Riuttu K.V. Laihonen
Leo Jokela Väinö Kokki
Elina Salo Airi Rykämö
Matti Oravisto Erik Vaara
Pentti Siimes Aimo Rykämö
Saara Ranin Amalia Rygseck
Leevi Kuuranne 'Batler' Veijonen
Jussi Jurkka Bruno Rygseck
Aino Mantsas Alli Rygseck

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