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The Return of Doctor X (1939) is a crime thriller film that follows the events surrounding the mysterious death of glamorous actress Angela Merrova. When news reporter Walter Garrett arrives at her hotel room to conduct an interview, he finds her lifeless body with multiple stab wounds. As the police arrive on the scene, Garrett becomes increasingly entangled in the investigation. As the detectives begin to process the crime scene, they discover a cryptic note left behind by the killer, taunting them with the phrase "The Return of Doctor X." The note seems to hint at a connection between Merrova's murder and the notorious doctor-turned-murderer, Dr. Maurice Xavier, also known as Doctor X. As Garrett delves deeper into the mystery, he finds himself drawn to a beautiful and alluring woman named Flora Xangreva, who claims to have information about Doctor X's true identity. However, Garrett soon realizes that Flora may be more involved in the case than she initially lets on. Meanwhile, Detective Jameson, a gruff but astute investigator, is hot on the trail of the killer, following a series of clues and dead ends that lead him to suspect that Doctor X may still be alive. As the investigation unfolds, Garrett finds himself at odds with Jameson over their differing theories about the case. Throughout the film, Director Victor Hurteau weaves together a complex web of mystery, suspense, and intrigue, keeping audiences guessing until the very end. The Return of Doctor X is a classic tale of crime and detection that will keep you on the edge of your seat, wondering what secrets lie hidden beneath the surface.

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