Michael Shayne: Private Detective
Originally released in 1940. Michael Shayne: Private Detective is a comedy/mystery film. directed by Eugene Forde. At just 77 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lloyd Nolan, Marjorie Weaver, and Joan Valerie
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 19, 1940
85 years ago
Runtime
1h 17m
77 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Lloyd Nolan
as Michael Shayne
Marjorie Weaver
as Phyllis Brighton
Joan Valerie
as Marsha Gordon
Walter Abel
as Elliott Thomas
Elizabeth Patterson
as Aunt Olivia
Donald MacBride
as Chief Peter Painter
Douglass Dumbrille
as Benny Gordon (as Douglas Dumbrille)
Clarence Kolb
as Hiram P. Brighton
George Meeker
as Harry Grange
Charles Coleman
as Ponsby
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
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 continue...
Who directed Michael Shayne: Private Detective?
Michael Shayne: Private Detective was directed by Eugene Forde.
How long is Michael Shayne: Private Detective?
Michael Shayne: Private Detective has a runtime of 1 hours and 17 minutes (77 minutes total).
When was Michael Shayne: Private Detective released?
Michael Shayne: Private Detective was released on December 19, 1940 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Michael Shayne: Private Detective?
The main cast of Michael Shayne: Private Detective includes Lloyd Nolan, Marjorie Weaver, Joan Valerie, Walter Abel, Elizabeth Patterson.