The Lone Wolf Meets a Lady
The Lone Wolf Meets a Lady

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The Lone Wolf Meets a Lady

1940
Movie
71 min
English

A hardworking secretary for a rich woman finds herself engaged to the woman's son and accused of a murder she didn't commit.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Sidney SalkowGenres: Mystery, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

When a wealthy young woman is accused of stealing her uncle's valuable necklace, the suave detective known as the Lone Wolf is called in to investigate. As he delves deeper into the case, he finds himself increasingly drawn to the charming suspect, despite the mounting evidence against her. He must unravel a complex web of deceit and hidden motives to uncover the truth and clear her name.

Critical Reception

Generally positive, the film was seen as an entertaining entry in the Lone Wolf series, praised for its lighthearted mystery and the chemistry between its leads.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming and lighthearted mystery that provides solid entertainment.

  • Warren William delivers a confident performance as the debonair detective.

  • The film offers a pleasant blend of suspense and comedic moments.

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Fun Fact

This film is the sixth installment in the Columbia Pictures' Lone Wolf film series, which was based on the novels by Louis Joseph Vance.

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"The cleverest wolf.... still ends up as a fur coat!" A witticism from the long-suffering "Insp. Crane" (Thurston Hall) as he yet again finds himself accusing his constant antagonist "Lanyard" (Warren William) of being embroiled in (fake) j...

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