The Thin Man Goes Home
Seen it?1944 | 101 min | Comedy, Mystery
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (75% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing and anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved A Shot in the Dark or Sherlock Jr., start here.
- The mood
- Light and funny, tense.
- The pace
- Breezy, at 1 hr 41 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1944: an older pace and style.
Hoping for a peaceful visit with his parents in the small town of Sycamore Springs, Nick Charles and his wife Nora soon find 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.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
75% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesSolid
7.1 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerSolid
$3 million worldwide on a $1 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 23K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Richard Thorpe
- William PowellNick Charles
- Myrna LoyNora Charles
- Lucile WatsonMrs. Marta Charles
- Gloria DeHavenLaura Belle Ronson
- Anne RevereCrazy Mary
- Helen VinsonHelena Draque
- Harry DavenportDr. Bertram Charles
- Leon AmesEdgar Draque
- Donald MeekWillie Crump
- Edward BrophyBrogan