Nick Charles — Shadow of the Thin Man Character Profile

About Nick Charles

A private investigator who assists police with a series of murders at a horse racetrack and wrestling arena. He uncovers clues like a coded betting ledger and a hidden gun, clears an innocent suspect, and ultimately exposes the mastermind behind the deaths.

Nick Charles — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by

William Powell

Appears in

Shadow of the Thin Man (1941)

Role

Protagonist

Relationships (1)

• Nick Charles — alliance — Fred Macy (Joseph Anthony)

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