The Plot Thickens (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1936, The Plot Thickens is a comedy and mystery film directed by Ben Holmes, running about 69 minutes. “HIST!...A Sizzling Crime Drammer!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A priceless Cellini silver cup is stolen from a local museum with both Hildegarde and Oscar on the case.
Who’s in it. The Plot Thickens stars James Gleason as Oscar Piper, Zasu Pitts as Hildegarde Withers, Owen Davis Jr. as Robert Wilkins and Louise Latimer as Alice Stevens, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, The Plot Thickens has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Plot Thickens page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Plot Thickens tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Plot Thickens (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Plot Thickens change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Plot Thickens worth watching?
- The Plot Thickens holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Plot Thickens?
- The Plot Thickens stars James Gleason, Zasu Pitts, Owen Davis Jr., Louise Latimer and Arthur Aylesworth.
- When was The Plot Thickens released?
- The Plot Thickens was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.