Nick and Nora visit Nick's hometown of Sycamore Springs to spend time with his parents, where his father, a respected physician, has always been critical of Nick's career choice and lifestyle. Despite Nick's insistence that he's just there for a break, the townspeople, including some criminals, assume he's investigating a case. When someone is murdered on his doorstep, Nick is forced to take on the case, whether he likes it or not.

The Thin Man Goes Home
Nick and Nora visit Nick's hometown, where his father, a respected physician, has always disapproved of Nick's profession and choices.