Overview
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.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Michael Shayne: Private Detective?
Michael Shayne: Private Detective was directed by Eugene Forde.
Where was Michael Shayne: Private Detective produced?
It was produced by companies including 20th Century Fox in United States of America.
Michael Shayne: Private Detective Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Michael Shayne: Private Detective wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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