Song of the Thin Man

Name: Song of the Thin Man
Genre: Comedy, Crime, Mystery
Released: 1947-08-28
Duration: 1 h 26 min
Rating: 6.7
Cast: William Powell, Myrna Loy, Keenan Wynn, Dean Stockwell, Phillip Reed

1947·Movie·NR·86 min·★ 6.7(107)

Comedy Crime Mystery More English titles

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.

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About Song of the Thin Man

Song of the Thin Man is a 1947 English-language comedy, crime and mystery film directed by Edward Buzzell. The cast is led by William Powell, Myrna Loy, Keenan Wynn. It has a runtime of 1h 26m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on YouTube TV.

Song of the Thin Man was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and made in United States of America. It was released on August 28, 1947, and carries a NR certification. Made on a budget of about $2 million, it went on to gross $2 million worldwide.

Director: Edward Buzzell
Writers: Steve Fisher, Stanley Roberts, Nat Perrin
Release date: August 28, 1947
Original language: English
Age rating: NR
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Budget: $2 million
Box office: $2 million
Production: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

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Song of the Thin Man cast & crew

Song of the Thin Man was directed by Edward Buzzell and written by Steve Fisher, Stanley Roberts, and Nat Perrin.

The cast features William Powell as Nick Charles, Myrna Loy as Nora Charles, Keenan Wynn as Clarence 'Clinker' Krause, Dean Stockwell as Nick Charles Jr., Phillip Reed as Tommy Drake, and Patricia Morison as Phyllis Talbin.

Behind the camera, cinematography is by Charles Rosher and it was produced by Nat Perrin.

Is Song of the Thin Man worth watching?

Song of the Thin Man holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 107 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.

At 1h 26m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy comedy, crime, and mystery, Song of the Thin Man is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Song of the Thin Man

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