Peter Lorre, Virginia Field, Thomas Beck, Sig Rumann. Based on a story by J.P. Marquand. Originally released as a motion picture in 1937. Special features: Exclusive interview: The dean of Hollywood, a conversation with Harvey Parry ; restoration comparison ; original theatrical trailer.
Summary:
Murder, intrigue and seduction! The first installment of the classic Mr. Moto detective series features the persistent Japanese sleuth as a businessman in the import/export trade who takes up detective work as a hobby. When his import/export business is infiltrated by international diamond smugglers, Mr. Moto must follow a trail of clues littered with beautiful women, glittering gems and deadly assassins.
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