Top 10 Immortal Detective Films

Description: Johnny Smith wakes up from a coma with psychic abilities, which he uses to solve crimes and prevent disasters, making him an unconventional detective with a touch of the supernatural.

Fact: The film is based on a Stephen King novel. Christopher Walken's performance was critically acclaimed.

Description: A timeless tale of immortals who must fight to the death until only one remains. The film blends elements of fantasy, action, and detective work as Connor MacLeod, an immortal, navigates his long life and the mystery of his origins.

Fact: The film's iconic soundtrack was composed by Queen. The catchphrase "There can be only one" became a cultural phenomenon.

Description: While not a traditional detective film, this philosophical drama involves a professor who claims to be a 14,000-year-old immortal. His colleagues attempt to unravel the truth behind his story, making it a detective-like quest for knowledge.

Fact: The film was shot in a single location, a professor's house, to keep the focus on dialogue and character development.

Description: This French film follows a gangster who, after being shot, discovers he has the ability to regenerate. His quest to understand his condition leads to a detective-like investigation into his past and the secrets of his immortality.

Fact: The film is based on the novel "L'Immortel" by Jean-Hugues Oppel. It was remade in English as "The Immortal" in

Description: A man discovers that his life is being manipulated by a mysterious group known as The Adjustment Bureau, leading him on a detective-like journey to understand his fate and the nature of free will.

Fact: The film is loosely based on a Philip K. Dick short story. It explores themes of destiny and choice.

Description: While not a traditional detective film, this biographical drama involves a quest for truth as the daughter of Henrietta Lacks seeks to understand how her mother's cells were used in medical research without her consent.

Fact: The film is based on the best-selling book by Rebecca Skloot. Oprah Winfrey stars and also produced the film.

Description: A woman investigates her family's dark past, uncovering an ancient curse that grants immortality, blending elements of horror, mystery, and detective work.

Fact: The film features a unique blend of Irish folklore and horror elements.

Description: A visually stunning film that weaves together three stories across time, one of which involves a conquistador searching for the Tree of Life, an immortal quest that has detective-like elements in its pursuit of eternal life.

Fact: The film was initially conceived as a much larger project but was scaled down due to budget constraints.

Description: While primarily a fantasy, the film involves a detective-like search for truth as Doctor Parnassus, an immortal, must navigate his own past and the consequences of a deal with the Devil.

Fact: Heath Ledger died during filming, and his role was completed by Johnny Depp, Jude Law, and Colin Farrell.

Description: This action-packed film follows a group of immortal warriors led by a woman named Andy, who has lived for centuries. When a mission goes awry, they must track down a traitor while dealing with the implications of their eternal existence.

Fact: The film is based on a comic book series by Greg Rucka. Charlize Theron, who plays Andy, performed many of her own stunts.