A Shot in the Dark
1964, Comedy/Mystery and thriller, 1h 41m
31 Reviews 10,000+ RatingsWhat to know
A Shot in the Dark is often regarded as the best of the Pink Panther sequels, and Peter Sellers gives a top-notch performance that makes slapstick buffoonery memorable. Read critic reviews
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Jacques Clouseau
Maria Gambrelli
Benjamin Ballon
Charles Dreyfus
Dominique Ballon
Hercule Lajoy
Critic Reviews for A Shot in the Dark
All Critics (31) | Top Critics (6) | Fresh (29) | Rotten (2)
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This isn't quite up to the original, but it has its moments.
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The original Pink Panther movie, and perhaps even the best. Sellars is, obviously, stellar.
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Sometimes the narrative is subordinated to individual bits of business and running gags but Sellers' skill as a comedian again is demonstrated.
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First of the Pink Panther sequels, establishing Sellers' incompetent Inspector Clouseau as a viable series character, and prompting Blake Edwards into an unchallenging downhill coast for far too long.
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Perhaps the series' most effervescent entry.
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It is mad, but the wonderful dexterity and the air of perpetually buttressed dignity with which Mr. Sellers plays his role make what could quickly be monotonous enjoyable to the end.
May 20, 2003 | Rating: 4/5 | Full Review…
Audience Reviews for A Shot in the Dark
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Nov 30, 2016Peter Sellers can still draw a smile in the role of the bumbling Inspector Clouseau. The scene where he tries to burst down a door where a lady is singing in a recital (thinking her in trouble), only to have the door opened and then flail through the room on his way out of the window opposite and the river below, made me chuckle. That gives you an idea for the physical comedy to expect in this film, some of which works, and some of which has lost its edge over the years. Elke Sommer plays the suspected murderer who Clouseau can't believe has done it because he has the hots for her, but wasn't all that appealing to me. You can certainly do worse, but I doubt you will be blown away either.Antonius B Super Reviewer
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Dec 26, 2013I recently re visited the original Pink Panther, I can't say I overly enjoyed it, and the only reason I give it only half a star less than this is the charming ending won me over. Overall, A Shot In the Dark is more up my alley for what I want in a Peter Sellers, Pink Panther movie. This is far more foc film used on comedic elements with the clumsy Clouseau. I'm in a minority who thinks the two modern Pink Panther are hilarious, and would pick them over the classics. I did enjoy this though, and the nudist colony scene may just be the best I've seen in a Panther film (thus far)Daniel D Super Reviewer
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Nov 21, 2012There are some comedic moments in "A Shot in the Dark" that work quite well, but a lot of the time, the slapstick feels either forced or just plain dated, and I think that a lot of this is owed to Peter Sellers' performance, which is moderately unconvincing. That being said, "A Shot in the Dark" is an enjoyable time-passer, even though it hasn't held up well, and I can appreciate how sophisticated the comedy in it is. I very much so enjoyed the whole nudist colony bit.Stephen E Super Reviewer
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Oct 13, 2012Jacques Clouseau investigates a murder in an upper class Parisian residence, protecting the prime suspect for whom he has a crush. Broad comedy at its best, A Shot in the Dark features Peter Sellers reprising his most famous role. Sellers is great as Clouseau, and many of the physical gags are well choreographed and fun. If nothing else this film proves that the nudity-hiding bits in Austin Powers were thoroughly unoriginal. The film doesn't say anything, but it doesn't try to. Overall, this film is fun to watch, and that's about it.Jim H Super Reviewer
A Shot in the Dark Quotes
| Inspector Jacques Clouseau: | [Accusing a suspect, millionaire Benjamin Ballon] And I submit, Inspector Ballon, that you arrived home, found Miguel with Maria Gambrelli, and killed him in a rit of fealous jage! |
| Inspector Jacques Clouseau: | I believe everything and I believe nothing. I suspect everyone and I suspect no one. |
| Chief Inspector Charles Dreyfus: | Give me ten men like Clouseau and I could destroy the world. |
| Inspector Jacques Clouseau: | Francois, would you call a doctor? I just cut off my thumb. |
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