Shadow of the Thin Man
FUNNIER THAN EVER in their first new laugh-thriller in 2 years!
1941 en 97 minutes
Rating: 7
Plot
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
William Powell
Nick Charles
Myrna Loy
Nora Charles
Barry Nelson
Paul Clarke
Donna Reed
Molly Ford
Sam Levene
Lieutenant Abrams
Alan Baxter
Whitey Barrow
Henry O'Neill
Jason Sculley
Richard Hall
Nick Charles Jr.
Stella Adler
Claire Porter
Loring Smith
Link Stephens
Joseph Anthony
Fred Macy
Lou Lubin
Rainbow Benny
Louise Beavers
Stella
Skippy
Asta
Oliver Blake
Fenster (uncredited)
Adeline DeWalt Reynolds
Barrows' Landlady (uncredited)
George Lloyd
Pipey (uncredited)
Sid Melton
Fingers (uncredited)
Jody Gilbert
Lana Webb (uncredited)
Tor Johnson
The Irish Thrush (uncredited)
The Cardiff Giant
Bearded Wrestler (uncredited)
Ava Gardner
Passerby at Racetrack (uncredited)
John George
Wrestling Match Spectator (uncredited)
Aldrich Bowker
Watchman (uncredited)
H.B. Haggerty
Mug (uncredited)
Al Bain
Wrestling Match Spectator (uncredited)
Arthur Aylesworth
Second Coroner (uncredited)
Tom Coleman
Cop (uncredited)
Joe Devlin
Mug Starting Fight at Wrestling Match (uncredited)
Fred Graham
Waiter with Steak (uncredited)
Herschel Graham
Wrestling Match Spectator (uncredited)
Joey Ray
Stephens' Clerk (uncredited)
Ray Teal
Cab Driver (uncredited)
Will Wright
Maguire (uncredited)
