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After the Thin Man

1936Movie1 h 52 minNR

ComedyMystery
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Metacritic766.6Rotten Tomatoes96%90%

A nostalgic, intriguing comedy movie about history and mystery, with standout dialogue.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Continuing the fun in their NEW hit!

After returning to San Francisco, Nick and Nora Charles are 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.

Feels like

  • Screwball Comedy
  • Sophisticated Mystery
  • Stylish 1930s Setting
  • Quick-Witted Dialogue
  • Charming Couple
  • Classic Hollywood
  • Lighthearted Entertainment
  • Murder Investigation

Cast

24 of 40

Crew

Directed by
W.S. Van Dyke
Written by
Dashiell Hammett, Albert Hackett, Frances Goodrich
Produced by
Hunt Stromberg
Music by
Herbert Stothart, Edward Ward

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Facts

December 25, 1936 · 1 h 52 min · NR

Released
December 25, 1936
Runtime
1 h 52 min
Age rating
NR
Genres
Comedy, Mystery, Crime
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$673,000
Box office
$3 million
Available in
128 countries

Tropes

The Dog Was the Mastermind, Surprise Party, Old Retainer +9

  • The Dog Was the Mastermind
  • Surprise Party
  • Old Retainer
  • The Triads and the Tongs
  • The Alcoholic
  • New Year's Resolution
  • Never One Murder
  • Walk This Way
  • Immediate Sequel
  • Wacky Cravings
  • Ominous Fog
  • Horrible Judge of Character

12 of 43 tropes. From TV Tropes.

Q&A

7 questions, like "Where can I stream After the Thin Man?"

Questions about After the Thin Man

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream After the Thin Man?

Artiflix

In the United States, After the Thin Man streams on Artiflix. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 125 other countries.

Is After the Thin Man worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 96%, and Metacritic 76).

Is After the Thin Man okay for kids?

NR

Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will After the Thin Man make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly sharp wit (9 of 10) and situational comedy (7 of 10).

Can I half-watch After the Thin Man?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 6 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

What tropes does After the Thin Man use?

The Dog Was the MastermindSurprise PartyOld RetainerThe Triads and the TongsThe AlcoholicNew Year's ResolutionNever One MurderWalk This WayImmediate SequelWacky CravingsOminous FogHorrible Judge of Characterand 31 more

TV Tropes lists 43 tropes for it, including The Dog Was the Mastermind, Surprise Party, and Old Retainer.