It’s 1928, and the birth of the talking picture has turned Hollywood on its ear. That is until famed silent movie star Sly Mandrake turns up dead on the set of his latest picture THE SINGING SHEIK. What seems to be a tragic accident now looks more and more like a Hollywood hit job. Who could have bumped off this heartthrob of the silver screen?
Could it have been controlling director Burly Bellows, frustrated with Mandrake’s lack of elocution? Or was it his vengeful scene-stealing scene partner, emerging starlet Nettie Potts? Was it famed LA mobster Hoochie Coodilinni, or could it have been Mandrake’s scorned lover Zelda Pinchbottom?
Pour yourself a glass of giggle water and do the Bunny Hug in this legendary Jazz Age whodunit, TERROR IN TINSELTOWN.
Appropriate for ages 16+!
Mentions of alcohol, drugs, cursing, sexual references, sex work, capital punishment
This game takes 1-2 hours to play depending on group size.
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The mystery is built to be played by 4-20+ characters, ANY of whom could be the murderer and each have gripping motives for murder. **Additional guests can play as “detectives” who ask questions each round and guess the killer at the end!
| Alfredo Fetuccini | he/him | Menswear Designer |
| Burly Bellows | he/him | Director |
| Buzzby Bourbon | he/him | Screenwriter |
| Dick T. Torryall | he/him | Studio Mogul |
| Dottie Dash | she/her | Police Officer |
| Ella Quinte | she/her | Elocution Coach |
| Fannie The Flapper | she/her | Woman of the night |
| Harold Hareen | he/him | Old Film Critic |
| Hedda Hopper | any | Opium Dealer |
| Hoochie Coodilinni | he/him | Mobster |
| Morse Coades | Female | Police Officer |
| Nettie Potts | she/her | Co-Star |
| Patty Powders | she/her | Sly's Co-Star |
| Ritzi Cracca | she/her | Sly's latest girlfriend |
| Sal Peppers | he/him | Valet |
| Sid Flicker | he/him | Camera Operator |
| Tanner Parsante | he/him | Sly's agent |
| Tristan Lamante | he/him | Actor |
| Victor Trolla | he/him | Sound Inventor |
| Zelda Pinchbottom | she/her | Novelist |
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The game supports 4–20+ characters. If you have additional guests, they can participate as detectives, giving larger groups a way to join the investigation without requiring every person to have a character role.
Plan for approximately 1–2 hours of gameplay. The actual party can last longer depending on how much time you spend on dinner, costumes, decorations, socializing, and getting into character.
Yes. The game includes a virtual host guide, virtual murderer assignment tool, and Zoom backgrounds to help you bring the mystery online. Invite your guests, assign characters, and investigate together from wherever you are.
Not at all. You don't need to be an actor to enjoy the game. Each character has information to help guide the role, while the interactive format gives guests plenty of opportunities to simply have fun and play along.
Yes. The host can participate in the mystery rather than spending the entire game on the sidelines. The host guide provides instructions to help keep the investigation moving while still allowing you to enjoy the experience with your guests.
The game includes character booklets, in-person and virtual host guides, a question menu, who-did-it slips, virtual murderer assignment tool, award certificates, an invitation template, and Zoom backgrounds.
Roaring 20’s: Death By Bathtub Gin is recommended for ages 13 and up. It's a fun option for teen and adult groups who enjoy interactive games, costumes, mysteries, and themed parties.
The game is designed for private group entertainment. If you're considering using it for a public, commercial, or ticketed event, check the applicable licensing or usage terms before doing so.