Starsky & Hutch (2004)
Two mismatched detectives navigate a pulpy, brisk crime case with broad humor and witty banter.
Join uptight David Starsky and laid-back Ken "Hutch" Hutchinson as they're paired for the first time as undercover cops. The new partners must overcome their differences to solve an important case with help from street informant Huggy Bear and persuasive criminal Reese Feldman.
How intense is Starsky & Hutch?
Starsky & Hutch has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is brisk, and it is a party watch and a date-night pick. The humor runs broad and dry. Rated PG-13.
What Starsky & Hutch feels like
- Tone
- campypulpycrowd pleasing
- Pace
- Brisk
- Humor
- broad and big, dry and witty
- Best for
- PartyDate nightComfort watch
Where to stream Starsky & Hutch
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Starsky & Hutch for you?
Is Starsky & Hutch scary?
No. Starsky & Hutch is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Starsky & Hutch gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Starsky & Hutch sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Starsky & Hutch OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Starsky & Hutch?
Starsky & Hutch runs 1h 41m.
Where can I stream Starsky & Hutch?
Starsky & Hutch is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Starsky & Hutch have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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