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Blue, White, and Perfect (1942)

"Mike Shayne battles smugglers and spies to keep them in the U.S.A. It's his most dangerous assignment!"

6.319421h 14mEN
CrimeMysteryRomance

Directed by Herbert I. Leeds

Rating

6.3/10

Runtime

1h 14m

Language

EN

Release

January 6, 1942

Director

Herbert I. Leeds

Overview

In order to win back his girlfriend, Mike Shayne promises to give up his detective practice and get a job as riveter in an aircraft plant. He quickly finds himself investigating the theft of industrial diamonds from the plant's safe and, utilizing a variety of false identities, traces them first to ...

Cast

Lloyd Nolan

Lloyd Nolan

Michael Shayne

Mary Beth Hughes

Mary Beth Hughes

Merle Garland

George Reeves

George Reeves

Juan Arturo O'Hara

Helene Reynolds

Helene Reynolds

Helen Shaw

Steven Geray

Steven Geray

Vanderhoefen

Henry Victor

Henry Victor

Rudolf Hagerman

Curt Bois

Curt Bois

Friedrich Gerber, alias Nappy Dubois

Marie Blake

Marie Blake

Ethel

Emmett Vogan

Emmett Vogan

Charlie

Mae Marsh

Mae Marsh

Mrs. Bertha Toby

Frank Orth

Frank Orth

Mr. Toby

Ivan Lebedeff

Ivan Lebedeff

Alexis Fournier

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Blue, White, and Perfect (1942), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In order to win back his girlfriend, Mike Shayne promises to give up his detective practice and get a job as riveter in an aircraft plant. He quickly finds himself investigating the theft of industrial diamonds from the plant's safe and, utilizing a variety of false identities, traces them first to a dress factory and later to a Hawaii-bound ocean liner. Escaping several attempts on his life, he is able to uncover a Nazi smuggling ring, but the location of the missing diamonds continues to elude him.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Blue, White, and Perfect. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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