The Roman Hat Mystery

In the midst of a tumultuous Broadway season, the explosive production of Gunplay captivates audiences until a shocking murder disrupts the spectacle. Monte Field, a ruthless lawyer, is discovered dead in a nearly empty theater during the performance, prompting the police to summon Inspector Richard Queen. Joined by his son Ellery, a clever novelist with a knack for solving mysteries, they delve into the complex case where anyone could be the killer, with the key possibly linked to the dead man's missing top hat.