Another Thin Man

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Another Thin Man

Released Nov 17, 1939

1h 45m

Comedy

Drama

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In this third film in the Thin Man series based on characters created by mystery writer Dashiell Hammett, retired detective Nick Charles (William Powell) and his wife, Nora (Myrna Loy), accept an invitation to visit family friend Col. Burr MacFay (C. Aubrey Smith) at his Long Island, N.Y., estate. Soon after arriving with their new son, Nick Jr., and family dog Asta in tow, MacFay is murdered, and the Charles family must unravel a mystery that may implicate the most unlikely of suspects.

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Times (UK) Staff

Times (UK)

Perhaps it is best to enjoy the detail without making too much effort to follow the plot, and certainly without any attempt to spot the murderer or to follow the logic of the detective's search for him. This detail is often very entertaining.

Oct 16, 2020

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Frank S. Nugent

New York Times

We're still appreciative, but we found too many chestnuts in the dressing.

Rated: 3/5

Jan 28, 2006

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Nell Minow

Movie Mom

Rated: 4/5

Jun 12, 2003

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Pare Lorentz

McCall's

William Powell and Myrna Loy are the most charming married couple we've ever had on the screen, and certainly seem to be people you'd enjoy meeting up with on a New Year's Eve, even if they casually duck bullets and knives as they stroll from bar to bar.

Oct 30, 2023

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

Although the comedic antics take a backseat to the dangers of the plot, this third go-round once again reminds us that marriage doesn't necessarily have to be devoid of love and good humor, even with an infant in tow.

Rated: 3.5/4

Aug 15, 2022

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Mattie Lucas

From the Front Row

William Powell and Myrna Loy are a delight as always, even if their repartee doesn't feel quite as witty as in the previous two films, and they make the most of what they're given.

Rated: 2.5/4

May 4, 2021

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Joel H

It's official. I'm a fan of the Thin Man series. Even though I was confused by some of the plot points in Another Thin Man, I just enjoy seeing William Powell and Myrna Loy (as Nick and Nora Charles) play off of each other and interact with other characters in the movie. The chemistry between these two actors is fantastic. I am even impressed by Asta, the Wire Fox Terrier, and his "acting" abilities. To be honest, the baby didn't bring much to the story, since Nick & Nora left him with a nanny almost the entire time, but I'm looking forward to seeing what the next three Thin Man films have to offer.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

11/03/23

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william d

Not as good as the first two movies in the franchise.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Audience Member

Wouldn't it be great if they made movies like this anymore. Nick and Nora ride again!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/25/23

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deke p

never saw until tv 6-2020. What a great couple. I'm still in love with that MYRNA LOY.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

03/30/23

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Frances H

Just love these movies! Good mysteries, witty, and clever with sparkling scripts and the Powell and Loy combination just can't be beat!

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/12/20

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Audience Member

The third installment in the series, and made after William Powell's bought with cancer and loss of Jean Harlow, 'Another Thin Man' doesn't miss a beat. Much is made of Powell and Myrna Loy's on-screen chemistry, and it's deserved. While figuring out whodunit, Powell is cool, calm, and bemused, and Loy is spunky and brave. They both have such a natural playfulness about them, and in addition to comic relief from their dog Asta, they have a one year old baby in this movie. I also absolutely loved the dancing we see in the 'West Indies Club' towards the end, by the (uncredited) René Rivero Guillen and Ramona Ajon (stage names René & Estela) - look for the clip on youtube, and you'll see what I mean, it's silky smooth and fantastic.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/13/23

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W. S. Van Dyke II

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Synopsis

In this third film in the Thin Man series based on characters created by mystery writer Dashiell Hammett, retired detective Nick Charles (William Powell) and his wife, Nora (Myrna Loy), accept an invitation to visit family friend Col. Burr MacFay (C. Aubrey Smith) at his Long Island, N.Y., estate. Soon after arriving with their new son, Nick Jr., and family dog Asta in tow, MacFay is murdered, and the Charles family must unravel a mystery that may implicate the most unlikely of suspects.

Director: W. S. Van Dyke II
Producer: Hunt Stromberg
Screenwriter: Frances Goodrich, Albert Hackett
Production Co: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 17, 1939, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 4, 2008
Runtime: 1h 45m

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