In the Money
In the Money

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In the Money

1958
Movie
61 min
English

The Bowery Boys tangle with Scotland Yard, diamond smugglers and a gem-toting canine during an ocean cruise.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: John PatrickGenres: Comedy, Crime, Mystery

Plot Summary

Detective Mike Shayne is drawn into a complex murder case when the daughter of a wealthy industrialist hires him to investigate her father's death, which the police have ruled an accident. Shayne navigates a web of corporate intrigue, double-crosses, and hidden motives, encountering suspicious characters at every turn. He must uncover the truth behind the seemingly accidental demise to bring a killer to justice.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, "In the Money" received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who found the plot convoluted and the performances largely uninspired. While some acknowledged the attempt at a classic detective noir feel, many felt the film failed to deliver a compelling mystery or engaging characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • A predictable and often tedious crime drama.

  • Lacks the suspense and style expected of a detective film.

  • Performances are generally flat, failing to elevate the weak script.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but the limited feedback suggests a lack of engagement with the film's storyline and characters, with many finding it a forgettable entry in the crime genre.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the character Mike Shayne, created by Brett Halliday, who was a popular fictional detective in a series of novels.

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