This curated list of detective films delves into the complex world of swinger culture, offering viewers a unique blend of mystery, suspense, and the exploration of unconventional relationships. These films not only provide a thrilling narrative but also offer a glimpse into the secretive and often misunderstood lifestyle of swingers, making them a fascinating watch for those intrigued by both detective work and human psychology.

Swingers (1996)
Description: Although primarily a comedy, it involves a subplot where characters navigate the swinger scene, leading to a minor mystery.
Fact: Jon Favreau wrote the screenplay based on his own experiences in Hollywood.


The Ice Storm (1997)
Description: This film explores the sexual liberation of the 1970s, including a swinger party, with a subplot involving a mysterious death.
Fact: The film was adapted from Rick Moody's novel of the same name.


The Girl Next Door (2004)
Description: While not strictly a detective film, it involves a high school student uncovering his neighbor's past as a swinger and porn star, leading to a comedic mystery.
Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life story of a former adult film star.


The Perfect Host (2010)
Description: A criminal on the run attends a dinner party hosted by a swinger, leading to unexpected twists and turns.
Fact: The film was shot in just 18 days.


The Overnight (2015)
Description: A couple's first encounter with swingers leads to a night of revelations and a minor mystery about their hosts.
Fact: The film was shot in just 12 days.


The Swinger (1966)
Description: While not a traditional detective film, it features a journalist investigating the swinger scene, which leads to a murder mystery.
Fact: This film was one of the first to openly discuss swinging in mainstream cinema.


The Voyeurs (2021)
Description: A couple becomes entangled in the lives of their swinger neighbors, leading to voyeurism, mystery, and murder.
Fact: The film was shot during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, adding to its eerie atmosphere.


The Canyons (2013)
Description: A thriller involving a swinger couple, where a murder investigation unfolds amidst their lifestyle.
Fact: The film was written by Bret Easton Ellis and features Lindsay Lohan in one of her last major roles.


The Lifestyle (1999)
Description: A detective investigates a murder within a swinger community, uncovering layers of secrets and betrayal.
Fact: The film was inspired by real-life events in a swinger club in Los Angeles.


The Key to Sex (1999)
Description: A detective story set in the world of swingers, where a private investigator uncovers a web of deceit and murder.
Fact: The film was shot in an actual swinger club to add authenticity to the setting.
