Private Detective — Star 80 Character Profile

About Private Detective

A hired investigator who follows Dorothy in New York on Paul's behalf, discovers her affair with Aram, and advises Paul to sue for enticement.

Character Facts

Played by

Josh Mostel

Appears in

Star 80 (1983)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (2)

• Private Detective — Professional Employer — Paul Snider (Eric Roberts)

  Paul hires the detective to surveil Dorothy and gather evidence of her affair.

• Private Detective — Unknown Surveillance Target — Dorothy Stratten (Mariel Hemingway)

  The detective monitors Dorothy's movements and reports her activities to Paul.

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