Movie

Zero Effect

“The world's most private detective.”

★ 6.3(201)19981h 56m

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Good to know

Director: Jake Kasdan
Release date: 1998-01-30
Runtime: 1h 56m
Language: English
Box office: $1,980,338
Budget: $5,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Castle Rock Entertainment

Zero Effect — trailer

About Zero Effect

Zero Effect is a 1998 movie in the Comedy, Crime and Mystery genres, directed by Jake Kasdan, starring Bill Pullman, Ben Stiller and Ryan O'Neal. It has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 201 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Zero Effect in Saudi Arabia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Daryl Zero is a private investigator and—along with his assistant, Steve Arlo—he solves impossible crimes and puzzles. Although Daryl's a master investigator, he doesn't know what to do with himself when he's not working; he has no social skills, writes bad music and drives Steve crazy.

Cast

Bill Pullman

Daryl Zero

Ben Stiller

Steve Arlo

Ryan O'Neal

Gregory Stark

Kim Dickens

Gloria Sullivan

Angela Featherstone

Jess

Hugh Ross

Bill

Sarah DeVincentis

Daisy

Matt O'Toole

Kragan Vincent

Michele Mariana

Maid

Robert Katims

Gerald Auerbach

Tyrone Henry

Staffer #1

Aleta Barthell

Staffer #2

Themes & keywords

blackmaildetectivewhodunit

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Zero Effect in Saudi Arabia?+

Zero Effect is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Saudi Arabia. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Zero Effect on Netflix?+

Zero Effect is not on Netflix in Saudi Arabia right now.

How long is Zero Effect?+

Zero Effect has a runtime of 1 hour 56 minutes (116 minutes).

Who stars in Zero Effect?+

Zero Effect stars Bill Pullman, Ben Stiller, Ryan O'Neal, Kim Dickens and Angela Featherstone.

When did Zero Effect come out?+

Zero Effect is a 1998 movie directed by Jake Kasdan.

What genre is Zero Effect?+

Zero Effect is Comedy, Crime and Mystery film.

Who directed Zero Effect?+

Zero Effect was directed by Jake Kasdan.