Inspector Cliteau in... The Pink Panties

In this final installment of the Pink Panther series featuring Peter Sellers, the bumbling Inspector Clouseau is called in to investigate the theft of a valuable diamond, the Pink Panther. The investigation leads him on a wild chase across continents, involving a cast of eccentric characters and his ever-present, exasperated Chief Inspector Dreyfus.

The film was met with generally negative reviews from critics and audiences alike, often cited as a weak entry in the beloved franchise. Despite Peter Sellers' final performance as Clouseau, the plot was considered convoluted and the humor fell flat for many.

• A disappointing conclusion to the Pink Panther series, lacking the sharp wit and inventive gags of earlier films.
• Peter Sellers' performance, while committed, cannot salvage a weak script and predictable plot.
• The film relies too heavily on slapstick and tired tropes, failing to capture the charm of its predecessors.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be a pale imitation of the original Pink Panther movies, with many expressing disappointment in the humor and story. While some acknowledged Sellers' efforts, the general sentiment was that the movie failed to live up to expectations.

This film marked the final appearance of Peter Sellers as Inspector Clouseau, as he tragically passed away in 1980, several years before the film's release. His footage was compiled from previously shot material and new scenes added with a body double.