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During a holiday by the British seaside, Hornleigh and Bingham grow bored and turn their hand to investigating a local crime.
Inspector Hornleigh is granted a leave of absence and travels to the seaside. However, his holiday is cut short when he stumbles upon a series of suspicious activities and a potential murder. Despite being off-duty, Hornleigh's sharp mind and deductive skills are soon engaged as he navigates the quirky characters and hidden secrets of the coastal town to solve the case.
This light-hearted mystery, part of a popular series, was generally well-received for its comedic elements and Alastair Sim's charming portrayal of the titular inspector. While not a groundbreaking thriller, it offered enjoyable escapism and a satisfying puzzle for its contemporary audiences.
Praised for its gentle humor and the likable performance of Alastair Sim.
Enjoyable as a light mystery with a charming holiday setting.
Considered a pleasant, if somewhat formulaic, entry in the Inspector Hornleigh series.
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This film is the second in the Inspector Hornleigh trilogy, following "Inspector Hornleigh" (1938) and preceding "Inspector Hornleigh Investigates" (1941).
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They only made three of these crime capers, but there was certainly something to Gordon Harker and Alastair Sim's "Hornleigh" & "Bingham" characters that keeps these engaging to watch 80 years on. This time, our two detectives are trying to...