Fletch
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. With sarcastic wit and a knack for disguises, Fletch sets out to uncover Stanwyk's story.
Critics Sentiment
Fletch uses Ted Underhill's tab for expensive lunch with Gail
Stanwyk plans to kill Fletch and fake his own death
The film dips significantly during the climactic mansion confrontation where Chase's dramatic exposition feels less natural compared to his comedic strengths.
Fletch receives consistently positive reception for Chase's comedic performance and clever disguise work, with reviewers particularly praising his one-liners and character interactions. The film maintains strong sentiment through most of its runtime, though critics note some weakness during the dramatic climax where Chase's exposition-heavy confrontation feels less convincing. Overall, reviewers appreciate the blend of comedy and mystery, with many considering it Chase's finest comedic role.
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Chevy Chase
Irwin 'Fletch' Fletcher
Tim Matheson
Alan Stanwyk
Dana Wheeler-Nicholson
Gail Stanwyk
Joe Don Baker
Chief Jerry Karlin
Richard Libertini
Frank Walker
Geena Davis
Larry
M. Emmet Walsh
Dr. Joseph Dolan
George Wendt
Fat Sam
Kenneth Mars
Stanton Boyd
Bill Henderson
Speaker
William Traylor
Ted Underhill
George Wyner
Marvin Gillet
Tony Longo
Detective #1
Larry Jenkins
Gummy
Ralph Seymour
Creasy
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
William Sanderson
Jim Swarthout
Beau Starr
Willy
James Avery
Detective #2
Peggy Doyle
Identification Nurse
Crew
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