Starring Chevy Chase, Fletch (1985) is a classic comedy-mystery film directed by Michael Ritchie and written by Gregory McDonald, Andrew Bergman and Phil Alden Robinson. The plot follows investigative reporter Irwin M. "Fletch" Fletcher as he is offered a large sum to off a cancerous millionaire, but soon finds himself on the run and uncovering clues that suggest the man is not actually sick.