Character Relationship Map: Dark Alibi

Characters

• Charlie Chan (played by Sidney Toler) — protagonist

  Brilliant Honolulu detective known for wisdom, calm demeanor, and unique catchphrases.

• Miss Petrie (played by Janet Shaw) — supporting

  Character in the Dark Alibi/Alcatraz case.

• Johnson (played by Milton Parsons) — minor

  Character in the Dark Alibi case.

• Thomas Harley (played by Edward Earle) — minor

  Character in the Dark Alibi case.

• Danvers (played by Ray Walker) — minor

  Character in the Dark Alibi case.

Key Relationships

• Thomas Harley → Johnson (Conflict Fellow Suspect)
• Thomas Harley → Danvers (Conflict Fellow Suspect)
• Thomas Harley → Miss Petrie (Social Landlord And Tenant)
• Charlie Chan → Johnson (Professional Detective And Witness)
• Charlie Chan → Danvers (Professional Detective And Witness)
• Charlie Chan → Miss Petrie (Professional Detective And Witness)
• Thomas Harley → Charlie Chan (Alliance Client And Investigator)

Story Analysis

A detective races against time to prove an ex-convict's innocence by uncovering a forged fingerprint conspiracy and exposing a hidden robbery gang.

Plot Progression

1. The Wrongful Conviction
2. The Investigation Begins
3. Murder and Revelation
4. The Warehouse Showdown