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Song of the Thin Man

1947Movie1 h 26 minNR

63

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

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

While attending a glamorous jazz cruise on New York’s East River, Nick and Nora Charles witness the fatal shooting of a wealthy patron. When suspicion falls on a young bandleader and his musicians, the couple steps 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.

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Classic Detective
Witty Dialogue
Golden Age Hollywood
Sophisticated Mystery
Jazz Age Setting
Charismatic Leads
Whodunit
Romantic Chemistry
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Directed by: Edward Buzzell
Written by: Stanley Roberts, Steve Fisher, Nat Perrin
Produced by: Nat Perrin
Music by: David Snell

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Facts

August 28, 1947 · 1 h 26 min · NR

Released: August 28, 1947
Runtime: 1 h 26 min
Age rating: NR
Genres: Comedy, Crime, Mystery
Original language: English
Made in: United States
Budget: $2 million
Box office: $2 million
Available in: 8 countries

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6 questions, like "Where can I stream Song of the Thin Man?"

Questions about Song of the Thin Man

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Where can I stream Song of the Thin Man?

In the United States, Song of the Thin Man streams on HBO Max and YouTube TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

Is Song of the Thin Man worth watching?

63

DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 6.9, Rotten Tomatoes 91%, and Metacritic 60).

Is Song of the Thin Man a sequel?

Yes: it's movie 6 of 6 in its series, after The Thin Man Goes Home (1944).

Is Song of the Thin Man okay for kids?

NR

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

Will Song of the Thin Man make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly sharp wit (9 of 10) and situational comedy (5 of 10).

Can I half-watch Song of 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.