The Marlowe Files

Argyle Murder Case

Originally Aired: June 27, 1950 Philo Vance #103, "Argyle Murder Case," a mysterious body is discovered by ferry boat deckhands Danny and Joey during their 3 a.m. run. The victim has been shot and is dressed head to toe in brand new clothing - a blue...

Prize Ring Murder Case

Originally Aired: June 20, 1950 Philo Vance #102, "Prize Ring Murder Case," When lightweight fighter Joey Martin refuses gambler Phil Terrace's cryptic proposition in his dressing room, Terrace's thug Clumpy knocks him out with a blackjack. The next...

Full Dress Murder Case

Originally Aired: June 13, 1950 Philo Vance #101, "Full Dress Murder Case," When Officer Riley and hotel clerk Mr. Gorham discover a body in evening clothes behind some ash cans at midnight, the mystery deepens considerably. The deceased is...

The Alibi Murder Case

Originally Aired: June 6, 1950 Philo Vance #100, "The Alibi Murder Case," Philo Vance finds himself in District Attorney Markham's office at precisely 11 o'clock at night, waiting for a mysterious phone call that supposedly could save someone's life....

The Whirlaround Murder Case

Originally Aired: May 30, 1950 Philo Vance #99, "The Whirlaround Murder Case," opens with a chilling threat as Betty, one half of a pair of Siamese twins, vows to kill carnival concessionaire Whitey Rand. Betty believes she can commit the perfect...

The Money Machine Murder Case

Originally Aired: May 23, 1950 Philo Vance #98, "The Money Machine Murder Case," A con man named Joe Crane demonstrates an ingenious swindle for the wealthy Mrs. Willoughby, showing her a machine that seemingly converts blank paper into genuine...

The Manicure Murder Case

Originally Aired: May 16, 1950 Philo Vance #97, "The Manicure Murder Case," begins with a frantic young manicurist rushing through traffic to find a police officer. She works in a nearby barbershop where a strange and unsettling scene has just...

Whistling Murder Case

Originally Aired: May 9, 1950 Philo Vance #96, "Whistling Murder Case," A ruthless killer terrorizes the wealthy by demanding their life savings, leaving victims with an impossible choice: pay everything they own or face murder. When Daniel Stewart...

Rooftop Murder Case

Originally Aired: May 2, 1950 In Philo Vance #95, "Rooftop Murder Case," what begins as a simple larceny investigation transforms into a murder case when the accused, Joe Somer, is found dead on the street below his rooftop. District Attorney Markham...

Shower Bath Murder Case

Originally Aired: April 25, 1950 Philo Vance #94, "Shower Bath Murder Case," opens with a mysterious phone call that sets the stage for murder. Sylvia receives a call from George, who wants to speak with her husband Jim. She puts him off, explaining...

Golden Key Murder Case

Originally Aired: April 18, 1950 Philo Vance #93, "Golden Key Murder Case," Philo Vance returns from a three-day trip to find his secretary Ellen waiting with an unusual delivery: a mysterious golden key that arrived in the mail with no accompanying...

Nylon Murder Case

Originally Aired: April 11, 1950 Philo Vance #92, "Nylon Murder Case," District Attorney Markham calls upon Philo Vance to investigate a series of high-society robberies plaguing prominent citizens. A well-organized gang of female thieves has been...

Mimic Murder Case

Originally Aired: April 4, 1950 Philo Vance #91, "Mimic Murder Case," begins with a nightclub impressionist named Danny demonstrating his remarkable talent to the mysterious Mr. Payne. Danny boasts he can mimic anyone, and after hearing a recording...

Ivory Murder Case

Originally Aired: March 28, 1950 Philo Vance #90, "Ivory Murder Case," a fortune in African ivory leads to murder and deadly secrets. When Joe Hillary returns from an expedition claiming his partner Tom Duncan disappeared in the jungle, Duncan's...

Jackpot Murder Case

Originally Aired: March 21, 1950 Philo Vance #89, "Jackpot Murder Case," District Attorney Markham brings Philo Vance along to a midnight meeting with an informer named Weeping Willie, who claims to know who killed racketeer Al Laporte. When they...

Mathematical Murder Case

Originally Aired: March 14, 1950 Philo Vance #88, "Mathematical Murder Case," opens with a tense dance rehearsal between partners Eddie and Betty Lou. The atmosphere crackles with frustration as Eddie, a demanding and arrogant dancer, berates Betty...

Church Murder Case

Originally Aired: March 7, 1950 Philo Vance #87, "Church Murder Case," a wealthy businessman named Mr. Church invites his assistant Paul to his isolated home late one evening, ostensibly to sign some important papers. What begins as a routine...

The Big Nick Murder Case partial

Originally Aired: February 28, 1950 Philo Vance #86, "The Big Nick Murder Case partial," District Attorney Markham recaps the case: Big Nick Bramley has been found shot to death, but not by police as initially believed. His gang member, Ears Snyder,...

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The Psychic Murder Case partial

Originally Aired: February 21, 1950 Philo Vance #85, "The Psychic Murder Case partial," District Attorney Markham finds himself convinced by a mysterious young woman named Ruth who claims to possess psychic powers. After Ruth provides information...

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Scarface Murder Case

Originally Aired: February 14, 1950 Philo Vance #84, "Scarface Murder Case," begins with an intriguing evening at an upscale restaurant where detective Philo Vance becomes captivated by a beautiful blonde woman dining with a mysterious scarred man....