Doctor Detroit
In this 1983 comedy, Dan Aykroyd stars as a mild-mannered college professor who unexpectedly finds himself entangled in the world of organized crime. When a fast-talking pimp, played by Howard Hesseman, needs a fall guy to take over his business dealings, Aykroyd’s character is thrust into the role of a flamboyant and eccentric crime boss known as “Doctor Detroit.” Directed by Michael Pressman, the film showcases Aykroyd’s comedic talents as he navigates a series of humorous and chaotic situations. While the movie did not receive any major awards, it remains a cult classic for its quirky humor and Aykroyd’s performance. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.
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Genre: Comedy
Director: Michael Pressman
Actors: Dan Aykroyd, Donna Dixon, Fran Drescher, George Furth, Howard Hesseman, John A. Maloney, Kate Murtagh, Lydia Lei, Lynn Whitfield, Nan Martin, Pershing P. Anderson, T. K. Carter, William Munchow
Country: United States of America
Company: Black Rhino Productions, Brillstein Company, Universal Pictures
Worldwide Gross: $10,375,893