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  1. William Horatio Powell (July 29, 1892 – March 5, 1984) was an American actor, known primarily for his film career. Under contract with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer , he was paired with Myrna Loy in 14 films, including the Thin Man series based on the Nick and Nora Charles characters created by Dashiell Hammett .

  2. 26 titles. 1. The Kennel Murder Case (1933) Passed | 73 min | Crime, Drama, Mystery. 6.9. 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.

  3. William Powell. Actor: The Thin Man. William Powell was on the New York stage by 1912, but it would be ten years before his film career would begin. In 1924 he went to Paramount Pictures, where he was employed for the next seven years.

  4. Mar 15, 2024 · The best Powell movies continue to enchant audiences, demonstrating the timeless allure of his acting abilities and the power of classic cinema. From his unforgettable on-screen partnerships to his subtle yet powerful acting choices, Powell offers audiences lesson in the art of classic cinema.

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  6. His most memorable role in silent movies was as a bitter film director opposite Emil Jannings' Academy Award-winning performance as a fallen general in The Last Command (1928). This success, along with Powell's pleasant speaking voice, led to his first starring role as amateur detective Philo Vance in the "talkie" The Canary Murder Case (1929).

  7. William Powell Active - 1922 - 2005 | Born - Jul 29, 1892 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States | Died - Mar 5, 1984 | Genres - Drama , Romance , Comedy

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