The Thin Man

The Thin Man

1934 · 91 min · EN · NR · 7.5 (562 votes)
Dir. W.S. Van Dyke · Starring William Powell, Myrna Loy, Maureen O'Sullivan, Nat Pendleton, Minna Gombell, Porter Hall · Music William Axt · The Thin Man Collection

“A laugh tops every thrilling moment!”

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Former detective Nick Charles has retired from police work, preferring a life of cocktails, parties, and relaxation with his wealthy wife, Nora. Their holiday is interrupted when the daughter of Nick’s former client asks for help finding her missing father, eccentric inventor Clyde Wynant. When Wynant’s body is discovered, Nick is drawn back into the investigation, with Nora eagerly joining him. As the couple questions Wynant’s family, friends, and business associates, a tangled web of greed, deception, and murder begins to unravel.

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Effervescent and witty, this film sparkles with sophisticated charm. The dynamic between the lead couple is pure gold, making the mystery unfold with delightful banter and effortless cool. A truly enjoyable, stylish romp.

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