Michael Shayne: Private Detective
Michael Shayne: Private Detective (1940) is a comedy drama, directed by Eugene Forde. It stars Lloyd Nolan and Marjorie Weaver. The 77-minute film holds an audience score of 6.6/10.
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What Michael Shayne: Private Detective Is About
Millionaire sportsman Hiram Brighton hires gumshoe Michael Shayne to keep his spoiled daughter Phyllis away from racetrack betting windows and roulette wheels. After Phyllis slips away and continues her compulsive gambling, Shayne fakes the murder of her gambler boyfriend, who is also romancing the daughter of casino owner Benny Gordon, in order to frighten her. When the tout really ends up murdered, Shayne and Phyllis' Aunt Olivia, an avid reader of murder mysteries, both try to find the identity of the killer.
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What is Michael Shayne: Private Detective about?
Millionaire sportsman Hiram Brighton hires gumshoe Michael Shayne to keep his spoiled daughter Phyllis away from racetrack betting windows and roulette wheels. After Phyllis slips away and continues her compulsive gambling, Shayne fakes the murder of her gambler boyfriend, who is also romancing the daughter of casino owner Benny Gordon, in order to frighten her.
Where can I watch Michael Shayne: Private Detective?
Michael Shayne: Private Detective is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is Michael Shayne: Private Detective?
Michael Shayne: Private Detective runs for 77 minutes (1h 17m).
When did Michael Shayne: Private Detective come out?
Michael Shayne: Private Detective was released in 1940.
Who directed Michael Shayne: Private Detective?
Michael Shayne: Private Detective was directed by Eugene Forde.
Who stars in Michael Shayne: Private Detective?
Michael Shayne: Private Detective stars Lloyd Nolan, Marjorie Weaver, Joan Valerie, Walter Abel.
What is Michael Shayne: Private Detective's rating?
Michael Shayne: Private Detective holds 6.6/10 on IMDb and 6.6/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.
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