Movies like Sherlock Jr.
If Sherlock Jr.'s mix of pickpocket, amateur detective and slapstick comedy stayed with you, start here. Each film below was picked from what Sherlock Jr.'s fans love most, with the reason it belongs on this list.
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The Naked Gun
2025 · Directed by Akiva Schaffer · 85 min6.3
Why you'll like itShares: slapstick comedy, bumbling detective · Also comedy and action
Only one man has the particular set of skills... to lead Police Squad and save the world: Lt. Frank Drebin Jr. Following in his father's footsteps, he must solve a murder case to prevent Police Squad from closure.
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Fletch
1985 · Directed by Michael Ritchie · 98 min6.8
Why you'll like itShares: bumbling detective · Also comedy and mystery
When investigative reporter Irwin "Fletch" Fletcher goes undercover to write a piece on the drug trade at a local beach, he's approached by wealthy businessman Alan Stanwyk, who offers him $50,000 to murder him.
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Home Alone
1990 · Directed by Chris Columbus · 103 min7.5
Why you'll like itShares: slapstick comedy, booby trap
Eight-year-old Kevin McCallister makes the most of the situation after his family unwittingly leaves him behind when they go on Christmas vacation.
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WHAT DID JACK DO?
2017 · Directed by David Lynch · 17 min6.3
Why you'll like itShares: black and white · Also comedy and mystery
In a locked down train station, a homicide detective conducts an interview with a tormented monkey who is suspected of murder.