The Thin Man Goes Home (1944)

  • NR
  • 11/21/1944 (US)
  • Comedy, Mystery
  • 1h 41m

Together again in M-G-M's riotous comedy.

Overview

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.

Robert Riskin

Story, Screenplay

Dwight Taylor

Screenplay

Harry Kurnitz

Story

Dashiell Hammett

Characters

Richard Thorpe

Director

Cast

William Powell's headshot

William Powell

Nick Charles
Myrna Loy's headshot

Myrna Loy

Nora Charles
Lucile Watson's headshot

Lucile Watson

Mrs. Marta Charles
Gloria DeHaven's headshot

Gloria DeHaven

Laura Belle Ronson
Anne Revere's headshot

Anne Revere

Crazy Mary
Helen Vinson's headshot

Helen Vinson

Helena Draque
Harry Davenport's headshot

Harry Davenport

Dr. Bertram Charles
Leon Ames's headshot

Leon Ames

Edgar Draque

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