The Thin Man
1934
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Powell portrayed a vengeful film director in the silent movie The Last Command (1928). His first starring role was Philo Vance in The Canary Murder Case (1929). He played Vance at Paramount Pictures four times.
Feb 11, 2022 · William Powell and Myrna Loy in Libeled Lady (1936) - Have you been proposed to much? MissHazelFlagg. •. 66K views • 14 years ago. •.
The Kennel Murder Case. 1933 1h 13m Approved. 6.9 (4.1K) Rate. Philo Vance, accompanied by his prize-losing Scottish terrier, investigates the locked-room murder of a prominent and much-hated collector whose broken Chinese vase provides an important clue. Director Michael Curtiz Stars William Powell Mary Astor Eugene Pallette. 2. The Hoodlum Saint.
Powell could play any role with authority, whether in a comedy, thriller, or drama. He received his second Academy Award nomination for My Man Godfrey (1936) and was on top of the world until 1937, when he made his first picture with Jean Harlow , Reckless (1935) .
The Thin Man: Directed by W.S. Van Dyke. With William Powell, Myrna Loy, Maureen O'Sullivan, Nat Pendleton. Former detective Nick Charles and his wealthy wife Nora investigate a murder case, mostly for the fun of it.
Jun 10, 2024 · Are you a fan of William Powell, the charming star of many classic movies in black and white? Then you will love this playlist of his best films, featuring his witty performances, his famous co ...
William Powell starred in 5 movies as detective Philo Vance, and appeared as that character in a short in a 6th film the 1930 movie Paramount on Parade.
List of the best William Powell movies: My Man Godfrey (1936), One Way Passage (1932), Love Crazy (1941), Jewel Robbery (1932), Life With Father (1947), Double Wedding (1937), The Ex-Mrs. Bradford (1936), Street of Chance (1930), Fashions (1934), The Baroness and the Butler (1938), The Road to Singapore (1931), Rendezvous (1935) ... ... 8.0/10.
Mar 15, 2024 · Its popularity cemented Powell and Loy as one of the most iconic on-screen couples in Hollywood history. #33 of 293 on 250+ Movies And Shows With After In The Title. #15 of 48 on The 48 Best '30s Comedy Movies. #8 of 50 on The Best 1930s Thriller Movies, Ranked.
Jan 30, 2017 · William Powell is the first to star as Vance and arguably the most successful. These films are fun and I can see why Powell would become very popular as a detective over the next 20 years. 12 For The Defense (1930)
