The Playbirds
In order to unmask a pathological killer who is targeting the beautiful centrefolds of Playbirds magazine, a sexy policewoman Lucy Sheridan puts her life and reputation on the line by sleeping with millionaire publisher Harry Dougan. The Chief Superintendant and Police Commissioner are keeping a close eye on her, but time is running out fast.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1978 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Genre | Thriller, Crime, Mystery |
| Director | Willy Roe |
| Runtime | 89 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.5/10 (22 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its mystery by relying on the seedy glamour of 1970s tabloid publishing, exploring the tension between sensationalism and mortal danger. It builds a straightforward procedural where the investigation blurs professional and personal lines.
What lingers after the credits is the pragmatic cynicism of its world, where justice is pursued through compromised methods. A brisk, unpretentious thriller of its era. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Willy Roe
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Watch as a late-night, gritty British crime thriller with period pulp appeal.
🎭 Cast
Mary Millington
Sgt. Lucy Sheridan
Glynn Edwards
Chief Superintendent Holbourne
Gavin Campbell
Inspector Harry Morgan
Windsor Davies
Assistant Police Commissioner
Derren Nesbitt
Jeremy
Alan Lake
Harry Dougan
Dudley Sutton
Hern
Sandra Dorne
Dougan's Secretary
Penny Spencer
W.P.C. Andrews
Ballard Berkeley
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