After a ruthless stockbroker is found murdered at his luxurious hunting lodge, a circle of financially ruined guests become prime suspects. Stepping calmly into the chaos, polished and perceptive detective Philo Vance (William Powell) dissects the case, aided by the gruff Sergeant Heath (Eugene Pallette), uncovering a cleverly staged crime built on greed, timing, and deception. This film marked William Powell's third appearance as the debonair sleuth Philo Vance, following The Canary Murder Case and The Greene Murder Case.