Mysterious businessman and chess expert Thomas P. Manning is found shot dead in a locked room, with chess pieces in his hand. The police are unable to solve the case and eventually give up. Six months later, Manning's daughter Leah seeks the help of detective Charlie Chan and his son to uncover the truth, only to be met with a series of additional murders that lead to a thrilling showdown at a deserted "Fun House".
Charlie Chan in the Chinese Cat
The renowned detective Charlie Chan delves into the mysterious death of a chess grandmaster, whose body is found in a locked room with no apparent means of entry or exit.