The Mystery of Mr. Wong is a 1939 mystery film directed by William Nigh. It follows the character of Mr. James Lee Wong, a Chinese-American detective played by Boris Karloff. The story centers around a valuable sapphire called the "Eye of the Daughter of the Moon," which is stolen from a Chinese temple and smuggled into the United States. The jewel's new owner, the wealthy gem collector Brandon Edwards, begins receiving ominous death threats.
As the plot unfolds, Edwards is found murdered during a party at his mansion, and the sapphire goes missing. Mr. Wong is called in to investigate the crime. The detective navigates through a web of deceit, suspicion, and secrets, unraveling a complex plot that involves double-crosses, hidden motives, and multiple suspects. Wong's keen intellect and methodical approach lead him to uncover the true culprit behind the murder and the mystery surrounding the stolen gem.
The film is noted for its classic "whodunit" style, atmospheric tension, and Karloff's performance as the astute and reserved detective.
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