- The Lady Vanishes (1938)
- The Shop Around the Corner (1940)
- The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956)
- The Mystery of the Wax Museum (1933)
- The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry (1945)
- The Big Clock (1948)
- The Man in the White Suit (1951)
- The Shop on Main Street (1965)
- The Secret of the Black Widow (1963)
- The Mystery of the Yellow Room (1930)
There's something uniquely captivating about detective stories set in the bustling environment of shops. These films not only offer a thrilling plot but also provide a rich backdrop of everyday life, making the mystery even more relatable and engaging. Here's a curated list of 10 detective films where the shop setting plays a pivotal role in unraveling the enigma.
The Lady Vanishes (1938)
Description: Another Hitchcock gem, this film features a mysterious disappearance on a train, but the intrigue begins in a quaint shop where the protagonist first encounters the vanishing lady.
Fact: The film was remade in 1979, but the original remains a classic.
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The Shop Around the Corner (1940)
Description: While not a traditional detective film, this classic features a mystery of identity and romance set in a quaint Budapest gift shop. The shop's environment adds layers of intrigue to the unfolding personal dramas.
Fact: This film was remade as "You've Got Mail" in 1998, showcasing the timeless appeal of its setting and story.
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The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956)
Description: Alfred Hitchcock's classic involves a kidnapping plot with scenes set in a taxidermy shop, adding a creepy twist to the suspense.
Fact: This was the second time Hitchcock directed this story, the first being in
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The Mystery of the Wax Museum (1933)
Description: This early horror-mystery film involves a wax museum where figures come to life, creating a shop-like atmosphere filled with suspense.
Fact: It was remade as "House of Wax" in 1953, starring Vincent Price.
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The Strange Affair of Uncle Harry (1945)
Description: A psychological drama with elements of mystery, set in a small-town shop where the protagonist's life takes a dark turn.
Fact: The film was directed by Robert Siodmak, known for his noir films.
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The Big Clock (1948)
Description: A crime thriller where a magazine publisher becomes embroiled in a murder mystery at his own company, which includes a shop-like setting for the magazine's newsstand.
Fact: The film was remade as "No Way Out" in 1987, highlighting its enduring plot.
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The Man in the White Suit (1951)
Description: While primarily a comedy, this film features a textile mill where the protagonist invents a fabric that never wears out, leading to a mystery of corporate espionage.
Fact: The film was directed by Alexander Mackendrick, known for his work with Ealing Studios.
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The Shop on Main Street (1965)
Description: This Czechoslovak film, set during WWII, involves a shop that becomes central to a poignant story of human kindness amidst tragedy.
Fact: It won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in
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The Secret of the Black Widow (1963)
Description: A German thriller where a shopkeeper becomes involved in a web of murder and intrigue, with the shop setting providing a claustrophobic atmosphere.
Fact: The film was part of a series of Edgar Wallace adaptations popular in Germany.
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The Mystery of the Yellow Room (1930)
Description: Based on the famous French novel, this film involves a locked-room mystery with scenes set in a shop, adding to the puzzle of how the crime was committed.
Fact: It's one of the earliest adaptations of Gaston Leroux's novel, which has inspired many subsequent versions.
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