Mr. Wong, Detective (1938) | American mystery film directed by William Nigh

"Mr. Wong, Detective" is a 1938 American mystery film directed by William Nigh and featuring Boris Karloff in the title role. The film is part of the Mr. Wong series, where Karloff plays James Lee Wong, a Chinese detective.

In this installment, Mr. Wong is enlisted to solve a case involving the murder of shipping magnate Simon Dayton. As Wong investigates, he unravels a complex web of motives, secrets, and suspects. The plot is enriched with elements of suspense, intrigue, and a touch of the exotic, characteristic of detective films from the era. Boris Karloff brings his distinctive presence to the role, portraying the astute and enigmatic detective with his usual flair. "Mr. Wong, Detective" is a product of its time, capturing the essence of 1930s mystery cinema.