Top 10 Detective Panther Films

Description: Clouseau is reinstated to recover the famous Pink Panther diamond, which has been stolen once again. The film's humor and the detective's ineptitude make it a classic in the panther-themed detective genre.

Fact: The film was a box office success, revitalizing the franchise after a hiatus.

Description: Inspector Clouseau returns to thwart the plans of a former Chief Inspector who has gone mad and threatens to destroy the world unless Clouseau is killed. The panther motif continues to be central to the plot.

Fact: This film features one of the most memorable scenes where Clouseau disguises himself as a dentist, leading to hilarious consequences.

Description: This British film is based on the real-life crimes of Donald Neilson, known as the Black Panther, who terrorized England with his burglaries and murders. While not a traditional detective film, it explores the investigation into his crimes.

Fact: The film was controversial for its portrayal of the real-life events.

Description: Clouseau fakes his own death to catch a notorious gangster, leading to a series of comedic misadventures. The panther diamond plays a pivotal role in the plot.

Fact: This was the last film in the series to feature Peter Sellers as Clouseau before his untimely death.

Description: Although not strictly a detective film, this movie involves tracking down two man-eating lions in Africa, which can be seen as a form of detective work in the wilderness. The lions are referred to as "The Ghost" and "The Darkness," akin to the elusive nature of a panther.

Fact: The film is based on the true story of the Tsavo maneaters.

Description: Another reboot, this time with Steve Martin taking on the role of Clouseau, who must solve the murder of a soccer coach and recover the Pink Panther diamond.

Fact: This film was intended to be the first of a new series, but only one sequel was made.

Description: A reboot of the franchise with Steve Martin as Clouseau, this film sees the inspector teaming up with an international task force to recover stolen treasures, including the Pink Panther diamond.

Fact: The film features an all-star cast including John Cleese, Jean Reno, and Alfred Molina.

Description: While primarily a family adventure, the film includes elements of mystery and tracking, particularly with the character of Bagheera, the black panther, who guides Mowgli through the jungle.

Fact: This film was a major success, grossing over $966 million worldwide.

Description: This film introduces the bumbling Inspector Clouseau, who is on the trail of a notorious jewel thief known as The Phantom. The panther in this case is not a real animal but a diamond, yet the film's legacy has made it synonymous with detective work involving panthers.

Fact: The film spawned a series of sequels and even an animated character, the Pink Panther, which became a cultural icon.

Description: This film, set in the 1970s, follows the investigation into a series of crimes committed by a man known as the Black Panther, offering a gritty look at detective work in that era.

Fact: The film was critically acclaimed for its realistic portrayal of the time period and the investigation process.