Plot
In the heart-pounding suspense of "Lady on a Train," Nikki Collins finds herself tangled in a web of danger and intrigue. As her train languidly halts at a station, her gaze is drawn to an unnerving spectacle in a neighboring edifice - a murder in cold blood. With the chilling scene etched in her memory, she hastens to alert the authorities, only to be dismissed as a fanciful devotee of mystery novels, her tale deemed too fantastical to be true.
Undeterred, Nikki, a spirited woman with an unquenchable thirst for justice, turns to an unlikely accomplice in her quest for truth - a renowned mystery writer. As they delve into the labyrinth of the crime, they soon find themselves ensnared in its treacherous confines, navigating a path fraught with danger.
Meanwhile, Nikki's bold sleuthing doesn't go unnoticed. As the story unfolds, her life becomes a whirlwind of adventure and romance, attracting not just the attentions of enamored suitors but also the ominous gaze of the killers she's determined to unmask.
"Lady on a Train" is a riveting tale of courage, mystery, and unexpected romance, all set in motion by a glimpse through a train window - a journey that you won't want to miss.
Where to watch Lady on a Train?
Lady on a Train is a comedy movie featuring Deanna Durbin and directed by Charles David.
Lady on a Train is currently streaming on TCM.