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1929 · Movie · 1h 22m · NR
The Canary Murder Case
CriticsCritics: 38
AudienceAudience: 5.8
When a blackmailing nightclub singer is murdered, the investigating detective must uncover her killer among the numerous suspects she had exploited. Can debonair detective, Philo Vance, figure out who silenced 'the Canary'?
My takeA sleek, atmospheric whodunit that rewards close attention. Silent-era intrigue with the kind of tangled mystery that keeps you guessing until the final frame—perfect for viewers who love detective puzzles and old Hollywood glamour.
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Verified Oct 26, 2026Cast
William PowellJean ArthurJames Hall
Directors
Malcolm St. ClairFrank Tuttle
If tonight is a The Canary Murder Case night…
…these live in the same corner of my head.
Want one picked out for tonight?
Tell me what kind of night it is — I'll do the rest.