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Crime Cult Classic

A hard-boiled London detective, a string of grisly murders, and a killer with a notorious nickname.

THE BULLET MACHINE

An Ex-Cop Tangles With an Ex-Hooker! It's One Big Kiss-Off!

1970 · 1h 27m · R · Crime / Drama · IMDB TMDB

Ex-policeman and now private detective Harry Clegg is hired by wealthy businessman Lord Cruickshank to investigate a death-threat letter he has received, which leads to a string of murders, some by Clegg himself.

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What is The Bullet Machine about?

The Bullet Machine is a 1970 United Kingdom crime drama directed by Lindsay Shonteff about detective Harry Clegg, who is hired to investigate a death threat and uncovers a tangled web of murder and deception.

Synopsis

Gilbert Wynne stars in this British programmer as Harry Clegg, detective. His mission: To track down the crazed prostitute responsible for a string of murders. When he catches up to his quarry, Clegg learns that a wicked man is truly responsible for the carnage. Gilly Grant costars as the killer hooker, who bears the risible moniker Suzy the Slag. Clegg may well be forgettable, but you won’t know that for certain unless you see it for yourself–if you can find it.
Details & Specs
Director
Lindsay Shonteff
Writer
Lewis J. Hagleton
Release
1970
Runtime
1h 27m
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Genres
Crime, Drama
Also Known As
Harry and the Hookers, The Bullet Machine, Andate all'inferno e dite al Diavolo che vi manda Clegg, Original title: Clegg

Why Cult

London Noir Vibes

Set in the grimy underbelly of London, the film delivers a distinctly British spin on hard-boiled detective stories.

Risible Character Names

Gillian Grant plays Suzy the Slag, easily one of the decade's most notorious monikers for a silver screen femme fatale.

Morally Grey Lead

Harry Clegg isn’t your typical clean-cut detective—he leaves his own trail of bodies while investigating, blurring the lines of justice.

British Indie Grit

This independent film leans into low-budget edge, offering a raw, unpolished take on the crime genre straight from the UK.

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Questions from the Vault

What is The Bullet Machine about? +

The Bullet Machine follows private detective Harry Clegg as he investigates a death threat for a wealthy businessman, uncovering a series of murders linked to a notorious prostitute.

When was The Bullet Machine released? +

The Bullet Machine was released in 1970.

Who directed The Bullet Machine? +

The Bullet Machine was directed by Lindsay Shonteff.

How long is The Bullet Machine? +

The Bullet Machine runs for 87 minutes.

What genre is The Bullet Machine? +

The Bullet Machine is a crime drama.

Where can I watch The Bullet Machine? +

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