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The Plot Thickens

1936-12-11 · 69 min · ★ 6.2

Mystery · Comedy

A priceless Cellini silver cup is stolen from a local museum with both Hildegarde and Oscar on the case.

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Directors
Ben Holmes
Production companies
RKO Radio Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

James GleasonJames GleasonPolice Insp. Oscar Piper
Zasu PittsZasu PittsHildegarde Withers
Owen Davis Jr.Owen Davis Jr.Robert Wilkins
Louise LatimerLouise LatimerAlice Stevens
Arthur AylesworthArthur AylesworthKendall
Paul FixPaul FixJoe
Richard TuckerRichard TuckerJohn Carter
Barbara BarondessBarbara BarondessMarie
James DonlanJames DonlanJim
Agnes AndersonAgnes AndersonDagmar
Oscar ApfelOscar ApfelRobbins
Alyce ArdellJosephine, Hildegarde's Maid (uncredited)
John T. BamburyMidget (uncredited)
Billy DooleyBilly DooleyGas Station Attendant (uncredited)
Frank FanningFrank FanningDetective Fanning (uncredited)
Mary GordonMary GordonWoman with Bag (uncredited)
Reed HowesReed HowesMuseum Guard in Egyptian Room (uncredited)
John IndrisanoMan in Line for Inspection (uncredited)
Lew KellyLew KellyCassidy, a Policeman (uncredited)
John MilternJohn MilternMr. Gordon, Museum Guard (uncredited)

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