Summary
Nick and Nora Charles are back—and this time, they have a baby, a wealthy new client, and another murder to solve! Retired detective Nick is enjoying family life with Nora and their young son, Nick Jr., when eccentric industrialist Colonel MacFay asks for protection after receiving threatening messages. When MacFay is found dead at his isolated estate, Nick and Nora spring into action, questioning a houseful of suspicious guests and uncovering greed, blackmail, family secrets, and a dangerous inheritance plot. With their trademark wit and sophistication, the glamorous couple balances parenthood, parties, and peril as they race to expose the killer. William Powell and Myrna Loy return as Hollywood’s favorite married sleuths, joined by the lovable wire-haired terrier Asta. Directed by W. S. Van Dyke, Another Thin Man is a stylish and entertaining 1939 mystery-comedy filled with sparkling banter, romance, suspense, and classic Nick-and-Nora charm.
Details
Release Date: November 17, 1939
Runtime: 103 minutes
Genres: Comedy, Mystery, Crime
Original Language: EN
Rating: ⭐ 7.1/10 (145 votes)
The Thin Man Collection

The Thin Man
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. Directed by W. S. Van Dyke and adapted from Dashiell Hammett’s novel, The Thin Man combines witty dialogue, sophisticated comedy, romance, and classic mystery. William Powell and Myrna Loy are perfectly matched as Nick and Nora Charles, whose playful banter and effortless chemistry made them one of Hollywood’s most beloved screen couples. This stylish 1934 mystery remains a landmark of classic American cinema.

After the Thin Man
Nick and Nora Charles are back—and this time, their holiday takes a deadly turn! After returning to San Francisco, the sophisticated couple is drawn into the disappearance of Nora’s cousin’s husband. When he is found murdered, suspicion falls on the troubled family, and Nick reluctantly resumes his detective work. With Nora eagerly at his side, the pair follows a trail of jealousy, blackmail, secret relationships, and long-buried family scandals. William Powell and Myrna Loy sparkle as Hollywood’s most charming married sleuths, trading witty banter while unraveling a dangerous mystery. Directed by W. S. Van Dyke and written by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett, After the Thin Man delivers everything audiences love about the series: romance, comedy, suspense, elegant settings, and the irresistible return of Asta, Nick and Nora’s mischievous wire-haired terrier. This stylish 1936 sequel is a delightful blend of mystery and sophisticated fun.

Another Thin Man
Nick and Nora Charles are back—and this time, they have a baby, a wealthy new client, and another murder to solve! Retired detective Nick is enjoying family life with Nora and their young son, Nick Jr., when eccentric industrialist Colonel MacFay asks for protection after receiving threatening messages. When MacFay is found dead at his isolated estate, Nick and Nora spring into action, questioning a houseful of suspicious guests and uncovering greed, blackmail, family secrets, and a dangerous inheritance plot. With their trademark wit and sophistication, the glamorous couple balances parenthood, parties, and peril as they race to expose the killer. William Powell and Myrna Loy return as Hollywood’s favorite married sleuths, joined by the lovable wire-haired terrier Asta. Directed by W. S. Van Dyke, Another Thin Man is a stylish and entertaining 1939 mystery-comedy filled with sparkling banter, romance, suspense, and classic Nick-and-Nora charm.

Song of the Thin Man
Nick and Nora Charles are back in action—and this time, the music is murder! While attending a glamorous jazz cruise on New York’s East River, the sophisticated couple witnesses the fatal shooting of a wealthy patron. When suspicion falls on a young bandleader and his musicians, Nick and Nora step in to clear their friends and uncover the real killer. Their investigation leads through a lively world of jazz clubs, radio personalities, high society, and backstage rivalries, where almost everyone has a secret and the next clue may be hidden in the music. William Powell and Myrna Loy return as Hollywood’s favorite married sleuths, combining sparkling banter, romance, and comic sophistication with a spirited mystery. Directed by Edward Buzzell, Song of the Thin Man features lively musical performances, colorful characters, and the familiar comic appeal of Asta. This stylish 1947 finale delivers one last tuneful adventure for Nick and Nora Charles.

The Thin Man Goes Home
Nick and Nora Charles are going home—but trouble is waiting at the front door! Hoping for a peaceful visit with Nick’s parents in the small town of Sycamore Springs, the sophisticated couple soon finds themselves surrounded by old rivalries, family tensions, and a mysterious murder. Nick’s father, a respected retired doctor, would much rather see his son give up detective work, but a suspicious shooting quickly draws Nick back into action. As Nick and Nora investigate, they uncover jealousy, deception, hidden motives, and a dangerous secret involving the town’s prominent citizens. William Powell and Myrna Loy bring their trademark sparkle, wit, and effortless chemistry to the roles of Nick and Nora Charles, while Asta adds more canine comedy. Directed by Richard Thorpe, The Thin Man Goes Home is a charming 1945 mystery-comedy filled with family friction, small-town intrigue, romance, and the playful banter that has made Nick and Nora one of cinema’s most beloved couples.

Shadow of the Thin Man
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

Virginia Grey
Lois MacFay

Otto Kruger
Van Slack

C. Aubrey Smith
Colonel MacFay

Ruth Hussey
Dorothy Waters

Nat Pendleton
Lieutenant Guild

Patric Knowles
Dudley Horn

Tom Neal
Freddie Coleman

Phyllis Gordon
Mrs. Bellam

Sheldon Leonard
Phil Church

Don Costello
'Diamond Back' Vogel

Harry Bellaver
'Creeps' Binder

Muriel Hutchison
Smitty

Abner Biberman
'Dum-Dum'

Marjorie Main
Mrs. Dolley

Doodles Weaver
Gatekeeper (uncredited)

Shemp Howard
Wacky (uncredited)

Murray Alper
Larry (uncredited)

William Bailey
Freight Elevator Operator (uncredited)

Roy Barcroft
Slim (uncredited)

Brooks Benedict
West Indies Club Patron (uncredited)

James Blaine
Policeman (uncredited)

Charles Brokaw
State Trooper (uncredited)

Paul E. Burns
Ticket Agent (uncredited)

Eddie Buzard
Newsboy (uncredited)

Jack Rube Clifford
Policeman (uncredited)

Gino Corrado
West Indies Club Patron (uncredited)

Nell Craig
Nursemaid #1 (uncredited)

Joe Devlin
Barney (uncredited)

Joe Downing
Hoodlum (uncredited)

Ralph Dunn
Baggage Man (uncredited)

Dick Elliott
Detective (uncredited)

Matty Fain
Hoodlum (uncredited)

Walter Fenner
Detective (uncredited)

Edward Gargan
Detective Quinn (uncredited)

Martín Garralaga
Pedro (uncredited)

Eddie Gribbon
Baggage Man (uncredited)

George Guhl
Gate Guard #2 (uncredited)

Eddie Hall
Baggage Man #2 (uncredited)

Edward Hearn
Detective (uncredited)

Thomas E. Jackson
Detective (uncredited)

Gladden James
Fingerprint Man (uncredited)

Milton Kibbee
Detective (uncredited)

George Lloyd
West Indies Club Patron (uncredited)

Alphonse Martell
West Indies Club Waiter (uncredited)

Horace McMahon
MacFay's Chauffeur (uncredited)

Harold Miller
West Indies Club Patron (uncredited)

Howard M. Mitchell
Policeman (uncredited)

Frank Moran
Butch (uncredited)

Alberto Morin
West Indies Club Waiter (uncredited)

Paul Newlan
Tom (uncredited)

Nellie V. Nichols
Raphael's Mother (uncredited)

Nestor Paiva
West Indies Club Headwaiter (uncredited)

Eddie Parker
State Trooper (uncredited)

Milton Parsons
Coroner (uncredited)

Bert Roach
Cookie (uncredited)

Claire Rochelle
Telephone Operator (uncredited)

Constantine Romanoff
Tall Father in Derby (uncredited)

Ronald R. Rondell
West Indies Club Patron (uncredited)

Charles Sherlock
Police Photographer (uncredited)

Lee Shumway
Policeman (uncredited)

Rafael Alcayde
Gigolo (uncredited)

Frank Sully
Pete (uncredited)

William Tannen
State Trooper (uncredited)

Stanley Taylor
Taxi Driver (uncredited)

Blanca Vischer
Woman With Nick in Cafe (uncredited)






