Million Dollar Mystery

Million Dollar Mystery

There are millions hidden somewhere nearby, and these wild and crazy people will do almost anything to find it.

PG 1987 · 95 min · ★ 4.8 · Comedy, Thriller

A dying man in a roadside diner tells the other patrons about money he has hidden in four places. But instead of directions, he leaves them only with clues they must solve in order to claim the loot. Released with a promotional tie-in for Glad-Lock brand bags.

Directed by Richard Fleischer · Written by Tim Metcalfe

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Tom Bosley Sidney Preston
Rick Overton Stuart Briggs
Eddie Deezen Rollie
Kevin Pollak Officer Quinn
Penny Baker Charity
Rich Hall Slaughter Buzzárd
Jamie Alcroft Bob
Tawny Fere Faith
Wendy Sherman Lollie
Rudy De Luca
Christopher Cary
Katie La Bourdette Sledge's Secretary

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