Shadow of the Thin Man

In Theaters

November 21, 1941

Runtime: 1h 37m

Shadow of the Thin Man
EnglishComedyCrimeMystery

Nick and Nora Charles are back at the racetrack—and murder is running a close second! While attending a major horse race with their young son, Nick Jr., the sophisticated couple witnesses a shocking murder from the crowded grandstand. What first appears to be an isolated killing soon leads to a maze of corruption, blackmail, gambling scandals, and criminal intrigue. As Nick investigates, he encounters suspicious bookmakers, dishonest officials, rival gangsters, and a mysterious killer determined to stay ahead of the law. Nora, as always, is never far from the action, bringing her quick wit and fearless curiosity to the case. William Powell and Myrna Loy return in top form as Hollywood’s favorite married detectives, with Asta adding his usual comic charm. Directed by W. S. Van Dyke, Shadow of the Thin Man is a stylish 1941 mystery-comedy packed with suspense, romance, sparkling dialogue, and the irresistible Nick-and-Nora chemistry that made the series a classic.

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Cast & Crew

  • William Powell

    William Powell

    Nick Charles

  • Myrna Loy

    Myrna Loy

    Nora Charles

  • Barry Nelson

    Barry Nelson

    Paul Clarke

  • Donna Reed

    Donna Reed

    Molly Ford

  • Sam Levene

    Sam Levene

    Lieutenant Abrams

  • Alan Baxter

    Alan Baxter

    Whitey Barrow

  • Henry O'Neill

    Henry O'Neill

    Jason Sculley

  • Richard Hall

    Richard Hall

    Nick Charles Jr.

  • Stella Adler

    Stella Adler

    Claire Porter

  • Loring Smith

    Loring Smith

    Link Stephens

  • JA

    Joseph Anthony

    Fred Macy

  • Lou Lubin

    Lou Lubin

    Rainbow Benny

  • LB

    Louise Beavers

    Stella

  • SK

    Skippy

    Asta

  • Oliver Blake

    Oliver Blake

    Fenster (uncredited)

  • AR

    Adeline DeWalt Reynolds

    Barrows' Landlady (uncredited)

  • George Lloyd

    George Lloyd

    Pipey (uncredited)

  • Sid Melton

    Sid Melton

    Fingers (uncredited)

  • W.S. Van Dyke

    W.S. Van Dyke

    Director

  • Harry Kurnitz

    Harry Kurnitz

    Screenplay

  • IB

    Irving Brecher

    Screenplay

Media

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