When a murder occurs on an ocean liner docked in New York, the trail leads to Coney Island and a spy ring.
A reformed jewel thief, known as Boston Blackie, is framed for a murder he didn't commit. With the help of his loyal friend "The Big Guy", Blackie must evade the persistent Inspector Farraday and clear his name before the real killer escapes justice. The plot thickens as Blackie navigates a dangerous underworld to uncover the truth.
The film was a modest success, appreciated for its fast-paced narrative and the charm of its protagonist. While not a critical darling, it laid the groundwork for a popular series of B-movies that would follow, establishing the character of Boston Blackie as a memorable anti-hero.
Google audience: Audience reception for this early installment is not widely documented, but it is generally seen as a solid entry in the crime genre that introduced a popular character.
Chester Morris played Boston Blackie in a total of 14 films, making it one of the longest-running crime series of its era.
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