The Thin Man Goes Home (1944)

Hoping for a peaceful visit with his parents in the small town of Sycamore Springs, Nick Charles and his wife Nora soon find themselves surrounded by old rivalries, family tensions, and a mysterious murder. Nick’s father, a respected retired doctor, would much rather see his son give up detective work, but a suspicious shooting quickly draws Nick back into action. As Nick and Nora investigate, they uncover jealousy, deception, hidden motives, and a dangerous secret involving the town’s prominent citizens.

Genres: Comedy, Mystery

What to watch after The Thin Man Goes Home

• A Shot in the Dark (1964)
• Cheaper by the Dozen (1950)
• Libeled Lady (1936) — Same feel: fun, smart
• Life with Father (1947)
• Top Hat (1935) — Dwight Taylor wrote for both
• Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948) — Myrna Loy appears in both