In a change of pace for the Boston Blackie series, this time around Inspector Farraday (Richard Lane) expressly recruits Blackie (Chester Morris) to help recover the missing Blue Star of the Nile gemstone, which crooks have lifted despite police protection. The usual fun ensues, with the crime-fighting mixed with comedy. Janis Carter has a good role as a reporter who dogs Blackie’s trail (and sees through his disguises).

  Recommended. Otto finds this one pleasing enough to relax.

Movie 232 for 2021.