Best 25 Mystery Movies Fan Favorite Released in 1938

While travelling in continental Europe, a rich young playgirl realizes that an elderly lady seems to have disappeared from the train. Info on The Lady Vanishes / IMDB / YouTube

A wanted jewel thief ensconced in the Casbah meets a beautiful woman who makes him long for an escape. Learn about Algiers / IMDB / YouTube

After the murdered body discovered by beautiful, vivacious socialite Melsa Manton disappears, police and press label her a prankster until she proves them wrong. Find out about The Mad Miss Manton / IMDB / YouTube

Although Charlie and Lee are in Monaco for an art exhibit, they become caught up in a feud between rival financiers which involves the Chans in a web of blackmail and murder. Get info on Charlie Chan at Monte Carlo / IMDB / YouTube

San Francisco Detective Wong is contacted by Dayton, who fears for his life. When Wong arrives at Dayton Chemical Co. the next day, he finds him dead. More about Mr. Wong, Detective / IMDB / YouTube

After a wealthy dowager who has made a substantial donation to her alma mater suddenly disappears, Nancy Drew sets out to solve the mystery. Info on Nancy Drew: Detective / IMDB / YouTube

Simon Templar, the Saint, is brought to New York. His search for the identity of the Big Fellow takes him through many dangerous situations. Read about The Saint in New York / IMDB / YouTube

An investigator for the district attorney and his amateur-sleuth wife compete to solve a murder mystery. Get info on There's Always a Woman / IMDB / YouTube

Mr. Moto has himself imprisoned on Devil's Island so he can help his cellmate escape and thereby get the goods on a gang of international killers. Info on Mysterious Mr. Moto / IMDB / YouTube

The sons of a disgraced British officer try to clear his name. Details on Four Men and a Prayer / IMDB / YouTube

When the #1 heavyweight contender is mysteriously poisoned during a bout, Moto knows that identifying the gambler who placed large bets against him is the key to solving the murder. Learn about Mr. Moto's Gamble / IMDB / YouTube

In the jungle near Angkor Wat in Cambodia, Mr. Moto poses as an ineffectual archaeologist and a venerable holy man with mystical powers to help foil two insurgencies against the government. More about Mr. Moto Takes a Chance / IMDB / YouTube

Captain Drummond travels to Switzerland in order to marry his girlfriend but the disappearance of a dangerous cargo of explosives makes him delay his plans. More about Bulldog Drummond's Revenge / IMDB / YouTube

Dr. James Kildare decides to take a position at a large New York hospital instead of joining his father's country practice but he finds himself in serious trouble after he saves a suicidal woman. Info on Young Dr. Kildare / IMDB / YouTube

The team behind a successful Broadway production tries to stop the married stars from transitioning to Hollywood. Learn about Sweethearts / IMDB / YouTube

Amateur sleuth and Wife review Bard foul play. Get info on Fast Company / IMDB / YouTube

Drummond, his girlfriend and his butler set out to rescue a high-ranking Scotland Yard officer who has been kidnapped. See more about Bulldog Drummond in Africa / IMDB / YouTube

Captain Drummond tries to find the killer of various people. All assassinations were provoked by a diamond of great value, but Drummond will face the danger. See more about Bulldog Drummond's Peril / IMDB / YouTube

Lamont Cranston (Rod La Rocque), amateur criminologist and detective, with a daily radio program, sponsored by the Daily Classic newspaper, has developed a friendly feud that sometimes passes the friendly stage with Police Commissioner Weston (Thomas E. Jackson). He complains to his managing editor, Edward Heath (Oscar O'Shea), over the problems that have developed in. Read about International Crime / IMDB / YouTube

The invention of an atomic weapon - a long-range ray that can detonate explosions - sends Scotland Yard and Captain Drummond into action. Details on Arrest Bulldog Drummond / IMDB / YouTube

Steve promises his captain not to favor Torchy with stories over other papers but becomes frustrated as to how she continues to scoop her rivals. Check out Blondes at Work / IMDB / YouTube

From a letter of introduction aging actor John learns that he has a grown daughter, aspiring actress Katherine. They keep their secret, but he agrees to star with her in a play to further her career on Broadway. Details on Letter of Introduction / IMDB / YouTube

Lance is sent to the hospital to recuperate from a nervous breakdown. At the hospital, Sara is his nurse and she still holds a grudge from the last court case. At the hospital, a wealthy patient has just donated $100,000 worth of radium to be used on his skin problem. But late that night, he is murdered and the radium is stolen. Everyone has a motive except for Sara a. Look into The Patient in Room 18 / IMDB / YouTube

In the fever-stricken areas of Cuba, a brave band of scientists, doctors, and U.S. Marines fight a losing battle against the deadly plague of 'Yellow Jack' until the great heroic risk taken by an Irish sergeant brings victory. Details on Yellow Jack / IMDB / YouTube

Sexton Blake and Tinker foil criminal plot connected with the Tongs, and master-minded by famous stamp collector and millionaire. Find out about Sexton Blake and the Hooded Terror / IMDB / YouTube