This collection of detective films with models offers a unique blend of glamour, mystery, and intrigue. These movies not only showcase the beauty and allure of the modeling world but also delve into the darker, more enigmatic side of crime and investigation. Whether you're a fan of fashion, mystery, or both, this selection provides an engaging cinematic experience, highlighting the intersection of high fashion and high stakes.

Blow-Up (1966)
Description: This film follows a fashion photographer, played by David Hemmings, who inadvertently captures a murder on film, leading him into a detective-like investigation. The film explores themes of perception and reality within the fashion world.
Fact: It was nominated for several BAFTA awards and is considered a classic of the 1960s.


Zoolander (2001)
Description: While primarily a comedy, Zoolander involves a plot where a male model, played by Ben Stiller, is brainwashed to assassinate the Prime Minister of Malaysia, blending humor with a detective-like investigation into the fashion industry's dark side.
Fact: The film has become a cult classic, spawning a sequel in


The Lookout (2007)
Description: While not directly about models, the film features a former high school hockey star, played by Joseph Gordon-Levitt, who becomes involved in a bank heist, with elements of fashion and glamour through his girlfriend, a model.
Fact: The film was praised for its intelligent script and Gordon-Levitt's performance.


The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
Description: Although not a traditional detective film, it involves a young journalist, played by Anne Hathaway, uncovering the cutthroat world of high fashion, which can be seen as a form of investigation into the industry's secrets.
Fact: Meryl Streep's performance as the ruthless magazine editor earned her a Golden Globe nomination.


The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011)
Description: This film features Rooney Mara as Lisbeth Salander, a hacker with a mysterious past, who teams up with a journalist to solve a decades-old disappearance. The fashion industry is subtly woven into the narrative through the character's unique style.
Fact: The film was nominated for five Academy Awards, including Best Actress for Rooney Mara.


The Model (2016)
Description: This Danish film follows a young model's rise in the fashion world, which quickly turns into a dark and mysterious journey as she uncovers the industry's secrets.
Fact: It was selected as the Danish entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 89th Academy Awards.


The Neon Demon (2016)
Description: A psychological thriller where a young model, played by Elle Fanning, navigates the sinister underbelly of the modeling industry, with elements of mystery and investigation into the dark side of beauty.
Fact: The film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and received mixed but strong reactions for its bold visuals and themes.


The Fashion of Murder (2015)
Description: A lesser-known film where a detective investigates a series of murders within the fashion industry, with models playing key roles in the unfolding mystery.
Fact: This film was a direct-to-video release but has gained a cult following for its unique premise.


The Model's Secret (2012)
Description: A made-for-TV movie where a model's sudden death leads to an investigation revealing dark secrets in the modeling world.
Fact: It was part of the "Mystery Woman" series, starring Kellie Martin.


The Perfect Model (2015)
Description: A thriller where a model's quest for perfection leads to a series of mysterious events, with a detective unraveling the truth behind the scenes.
Fact: The film was shot in various fashion capitals, providing an authentic backdrop to the story.
