🎬 One Body Too Many (1944) - COLORIZED Comedy-Mystery Film | Starring Bela Lugosi and Jack Haley 🎬
🎥 About the Film:
Dive into a whirlwind of mystery, comedy, and suspense with "One Body Too Many," a 1944 American classic directed by Frank McDonald. The film stars the enigmatic Bela Lugosi, alongside the talented Jack Haley and Lyle Talbot. Embark on a thrilling adventure filled with unexpected twists, quirky characters, and a gripping plot!
🕵️♂️ Plot:
Timid insurance salesman Albert L. Tuttle (Jack Haley) finds himself inadvertently entangled in a web of intrigue when he visits the mansion of the recently deceased millionaire Cyrus J. Rutherford. Expecting to sell a hefty insurance deal, Tuttle is mistaken for a private detective sent to guard Rutherford’s body until it can be placed in a glass-domed vault on the mansion's roof, as per the eccentric millionaire’s last wish. The plot thickens as one greedy relative plans to hide the body and kill anyone who stands in their way, to reverse the will in their favor. With the real detective nowhere to be found, Rutherford’s niece, Carol Dunlap (Jean Parker), convinces the reluctant Tuttle to stay and ensure the body’s safety, plunging him into a world of danger, deception, and murder.
🌟 Starring:
Jack Haley as Albert L. Tuttle
Jean Parker as Carol Dunlap
Bela Lugosi as Merkil, the Butler
Lyle Talbot as Jim Davis
... and many more!
🎬 Production:
“One Body Too Many” is a gem from Pine-Thomas Productions, marking their exciting venture into comedy, with Jack Haley leading the charge. Originally envisioned with Boris Karloff in a key role, the film finally graced the screens with Bela Lugosi’s mesmerizing performance.
Why Watch?
Experience the brilliant performances of a stellar cast, including a memorable role by the legendary Bela Lugosi.
Delight in the seamless blend of comedy and mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
Unravel the mystery as Albert L. Tuttle navigates a maze of deceit, greed, and murder in a quest to ensure the safety of a millionaire’s body.
📢 Don’t miss this captivating cinematic experience! Join the adventure, unravel the mystery, and delve into the world of “One Body Too Many.” Hit play now and embark on this thrilling journey! 🎬 #OneBodyTooMany #BelaLugosi #JackHaley #ComedyMystery #ClassicFilm #1944Movie #Mystery #Comedy #ClassicCinema #OldHollywood #filmnoirfullmovies
Chapters
00:00 - Excerpt from Cyrus Rutherford’s Will
04:19 - Stargazer Will Bequests to Family, Says Lawyer
05:47 - Final Farewell from Uncle Cyrus
07:35 - Hire a Watchman to Guard Stiff
11:05 - "Carol, I Thought You Might Need Your Bag"
13:16 - "Good Evening, Sir"
14:07 - "Don’t Look Your Full Complement, Though Just Don’t Conceal It"
14:27 - Appearance: Modest, Not Dangerous
14:41 - Martin Gelman, Rutherford’s Lawyer, Explains His Duties
15:11 - Take Care of the Rest
15:27 - Regular Night with Uncle, Coffee Preference
16:07 - "Good Luck, Sir"
16:17 - Albert Tuttle’s Attempt to Sell Life Insurance to Dead Man
18:09 - Detective Gets in Car, Faces Danger from Bully Woman
20:16 - "Accident! Somebody Tried to Kill Me"
22:25 - "Professor, I Was Almost Killed by Stone"
22:52 - Tombstone Protection Dirt, Dusty, Safety Explanation
25:00 - "Good Night, Mr. Galman"
27:26 - Murderer’s Hands Jam Detective’s Throat, Premonition
28:53 - Crash Involving Broken Lights, Victim’s Blood, Suspect
30:53 - Blood, Blood, Blood
32:03 - Watchman: "I Asked Albert to Stay"
33:06 - Gruesome Attempt at Abduction and Rescue, Involving Corpses
34:39 - After Body Falls on Albert for Insurance
37:05 - Uncle Cyrus’ Body Moved to Cellar
37:57 - Hide Key, Get In, Watch, Escape
40:46 - "Come On, Stop Jerking!"
43:27 - Goldman Sachs: Perfectly Safe
45:14 - Gelman’s Plan to Steal Body, Hang Himself on Coat Hook
46:03 - 8:30, Albert Tuttle, Murder, Killer, Family’s Revenge
47:59 - Professor Gelman Murdered, Star Unlucky
48:48 - Birthday Party, Cursed Star, Police Chase, Treasure Hunt, Secret Encounter
50:01 - Appearances: Uncle Cyrus
50:26 - "Total Tittle, Madam"
01:00:29 - "Carol, Don’t Shoot, Explain Everything"
