Doctor Detroit

A meek college professor, Michael 'Mike' R. Brinley, finds himself in a difficult situation when his girlfriend's father demands he prove his worth and financial stability. Desperate to impress, Mike hires a pimp named Smooth Groove to pose as him, but the charade quickly spirals out of control when the mafia gets involved.

Doctor Detroit was met with generally negative reviews from critics and was a box office disappointment. While Dan Aykroyd's performance received some acknowledgment, the film's plot, humor, and overall execution were widely criticized for being unfocused and unfunny.

• The film struggles to find a consistent comedic tone, blending slapstick with mafia elements without much success.
• Dan Aykroyd's comedic talent is largely wasted on a weak script and underdeveloped characters.
• The plot relies heavily on contrived situations and predictable gags.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed to negative reception, with many finding the humor to be hit-or-miss and the plot nonsensical. Some viewers enjoyed Dan Aykroyd's presence, but it wasn't enough to salvage the film for most.

The film was originally conceived as a vehicle for comedian George Carlin before Dan Aykroyd was cast in the lead role.