Detective Malone

A cynical detective is pulled back into the murky world of organized crime when a former informant resurfaces with a dangerous secret. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches into the highest levels of power, forcing him to confront his own past and the corrupt system he serves.

Detective Malone was a low-budget crime thriller that garnered limited critical attention upon its release. While some appreciated its gritty atmosphere and performance from its lead, many critics found the plot predictable and the execution lacking in originality. It failed to make a significant impact on the genre.

• Praised for its attempt at a dark, noir-ish tone.

• Criticized for a derivative plot and uneven pacing.

• The film struggled to stand out in a crowded thriller market.

Google audience: Audience reception for Detective Malone is largely unavailable due to its limited release and obscurity. Existing comments suggest viewers found it a passable, albeit unremarkable, crime film with some viewers appreciating the effort while others found it forgettable.

The film was one of several direct-to-video releases starring Ethan Wayne, son of legendary actor John Wayne, attempting to carve out his own action hero persona.