The Bat Whispers

Greatest All Talking Thriller

A pre-code mystery-thriller that blends suspenseful whodunit plotting with comedic relief, built on paranoia and misdirection within a confined mansion setting.

Infamous burglar "The Bat" commits a daring jewelry theft despite heavy police presence. Soon after, a bank theft occurs, which may be the work of the criminal as well. Meanwhile, Cornelia Van Gorder has various people arrive at her old mansion, including her niece, Dale, a bank employee, and police detective Anderson. When guests start turning up dead, Cornelia begins to suspect that The Bat may be lurking around the estate.