Storyline

Tommy Drake (Philip Reed), a musician aboard a gambling ship, is shot and killed while trying to break into a safe. Later, amateur sleuths Nick (William Powell) and Norah (Myrna Loy) receive a visit from Phil Brant, Drake's former boss and the the main suspect in his murder. After they give Brant up to the authorities, they start digging around for clues. The pair question Brant's wife and one of Drake's musician colleagues until they start to piece together the intricate puzzle.

Plot Keywords

jazz musician, singer, ship owner, socialite, private investigator, gangster, hilarious, amusing, tense, hotel, hospital, ship, new york city, murder, investigation, elopement, debt, false accusations, crime, mystery, adventure, 1940s

Short Review

Although the ending of Song of the Thin Man leaves a lot to be desired, including the compulsory confession, everything leading up to it works pretty well.

Trailer

Streaming Service

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