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After the Thin Man

1936·Movie
1h 52min·NR
81
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Metacritic766.6Rotten Tomatoes96%90%
IMDb7.6Metacritic766.6Rotten Tomatoes96%90%

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Funny, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension5
  • Adrenaline3

Heart

Nostalgic and wholesome

  • Nostalgia8
  • Wholesome7
  • Hopefulness7

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit and situational comedy

  • Wit & Wordplay9
  • Situational Comedy7
  • Satire & Parody4

World

History, mystery, and crime

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout dialogue and performances

  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Acting8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

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.
Screwball ComedySophisticated MysteryStylish 1930s SettingQuick-Witted DialogueCharming CoupleClassic HollywoodLighthearted EntertainmentMurder Investigation

Crew

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

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Questions about After the Thin Man

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Where can I stream After the Thin Man legally?

Artiflix

After the Thin Man is included with a subscription to Artiflix in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is After the Thin Man worth watching?

81
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 96%, and Metacritic 76). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is After the Thin Man rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is After the Thin Man?

1 h 52 min

After the Thin Man runs 1 h 52 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on After the Thin Man?

Critics86
Audiences77

Not quite. Critics rate After the Thin Man higher (86) than audiences (77). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was After the Thin Man a box office hit?

Budget$673,000
Box office$3 million

Yes. It cost about $673,000 to make and earned $3 million worldwide, 4.7 times its budget.

What language is After the Thin Man in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch After the Thin Man?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for After the Thin Man in 128 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does After the Thin Man use?

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TV Tropes lists 43 storytelling tropes for After the Thin Man, including The Dog Was the Mastermind, Surprise Party, Old Retainer.