The Thin Man (1934) movie poster

The Thin Man (1934)

"A laugh tops every thrilling moment!"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 86%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 92% (RT: 98%, MC: 86) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
W.S. Van Dyke
Runtime
1h 31m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.5/10 (523 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
98%
Metacritic
86
Cast
William Powell as Nick Charles
Myrna Loy as Nora Charles
Maureen O'Sullivan as Dorothy Wynant
Nat Pendleton as Inspector John Guild
Minna Gombell as Mimi Wynant
Porter Hall as Herbert MacCaulay
William Henry as Gilbert Wynant
Yes. 86% of real audiences liked it based on 523 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 92%.
Overview
A husband and wife detective team takes on the search for a missing inventor and almost get killed for their efforts. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 1934 among dedicated fans.
  • W.S. Van Dyke cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The initial cut of The Thin Man was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

The Thin Man is a 1934 comedy, mystery, crime film directed by W.S. Van Dyke. A husband and wife detective team takes on the search for a missing inventor and almost get killed for their efforts.

The film has been rated by 523 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, The Thin Man delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

The Thin Man (1934) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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