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Movie · 1998 · 116 min

Zero Effect (1998)

“The world's most private detective.”

6.3/10 · 204 votes
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Zero Effect is a 1998 movie (Mystery, Crime, Comedy and Drama). Zero Effect was directed by Jake Kasdan. Zero Effect runs 116 minutes. It has an average rating of 6.3/10 from 204 viewers. In United States, you can watch Zero Effect on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

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Streaming services that carry Zero Effect, and the countries where you can watch it:

Lepsi TV 1 countries

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HBO Max on U-Next 1 countries

Japan

Plot

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.

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#blackmail#detective#whodunit

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Zero Effect?

In United States, you can watch Zero Effect on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

Who stars in Zero Effect?

The main cast of Zero Effect includes Bill Pullman, Ben Stiller, Ryan O'Neal, Kim Dickens and Angela Featherstone.

Who directed Zero Effect?

Zero Effect was directed by Jake Kasdan.

When was Zero Effect released?

Zero Effect was released on January 30, 1998.

How long is Zero Effect?

Zero Effect runs 116 minutes.

Is Zero Effect worth watching?

Zero Effect has an average rating of 6.3/10 from 204 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked Zero Effect?

If you enjoyed Zero Effect, try Murder in Three Acts, The Late Show, The Mask of Dimitrios and Gourmet Detective: A Healthy Place to Die.

Is Zero Effect on Lepsi TV?

Not in United States right now. Zero Effect is on Lepsi TV in: Czechia.

Is Zero Effect on HBO Max on U-Next?

Not in United States right now. Zero Effect is on HBO Max on U-Next in: Japan.

How much did Zero Effect make at the box office?

Zero Effect grossed $1,980,338 worldwide on a budget of $5,000,000.

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Updated: October 24, 2026 ·