Nancy Drew

Nancy Drew

Year: 2007

Runtime: 99 min

Language: English

Director: Andrew Fleming

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Arriving in Los Angeles, the renowned amateur detective Nancy Drew finds herself immersed in the world of Hollywood High. Trading her small-town life for the allure of the West Coast, she quickly becomes entangled in a perplexing case. Navigating the complexities of teen politics and uncovering sinister plots, Nancy must use her sharp intellect and unwavering courage to reveal the truth and prove that her skills are formidable, even in the City of Angels.

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1

Nancy and Carson Move to Los Angeles

Nancy Drew and her father, Carson, relocate from River Heights to Los Angeles. They rent a house that was once the home of the murdered movie star Dehlia Draycott, setting the stage for a mysterious summer.

Los Angeles
2

Nancy's Struggles at School

At her new high school, Nancy finds it difficult to fit in with her peers. She befriends a boy named Corky but feels out of place, ultimately realizing that her true passion lies in sleuthing.

High School
3

Deciding to Solve the Mystery

Feeling disconnected from her surroundings, Nancy decides to dig into the mystery surrounding Dehlia Draycott's disappearance. She learns about Draycott's past and her connection to a child she gave up for adoption.

4

Threatening Phone Call

While pursuing leads on the case, Nancy receives a threatening phone call warning her to stop her investigation. Undeterred, she reaches out to Dashiel Biedermeyer for legal assistance.

5

Nancy's Birthday Present

For her birthday, Carson surprises Nancy with a blue Roadster, symbolizing her independence and reminding her of home. Alongside the car comes her boyfriend, Ned, who supports her sleuthing ambitions.

6

Discovering the Underground Passage

As Nancy, Ned, and Corky bond over their sleuthing efforts, they stumble upon an underground passage that leads to the neighbor's basement. The discovery hints at deeper secrets related to the Draycott mystery.

Neighbor's Basement
7

Jane's Dilemma

Jane Brighton, a key figure connected to Dehlia Draycott, visits Nancy in distress. She reveals that her daughter has been taken away, and that she has been threatened since Nancy's previous visit.

Nancy's House
8

Revelation from the Movie

While watching one of Dehlia Draycott's films, Nancy realizes that the revised will must have been hidden within a prop used in the movie. This breakthrough motivates her to continue the investigation.

9

Finding the Will

Nancy discovers the hidden will in an antique shop located in Chinatown. She feels triumphant but is suddenly attacked and drugged by thugs as she leaves the shop, leading to a major twist in her investigation.

Chinatown Antique Shop
10

Kidnapping and Escape

After being drugged, Nancy finds herself in an abandoned theater. Using her wits, she escapes and is thrust into a high-speed chase with the thugs, showcasing her resilience and determination.

Abandoned Theater
11

Emergency Room Revelation

After crashing during the chase, Nancy ends up in the emergency room. Here, she confesses her sleuthing to her worried father and Biedermeyer, revealing critical information about Draycott's will.

Emergency Room
12

Biedermeyer's True Identity

Nancy uncovers that Biedermeyer was disinherited by Dehlia and suspects him to be connected to her murder. She bravely questions him, leading to a confrontation that reveals more about the mystery.

13

Rescue by Leshing

Just as Nancy is cornered by Biedermeyer and his henchmen, Leshing, the groundskeeper, emerges from the secret passage and helps her by incapacitating the thugs, turning the tide in Nancy's favor.

14

Restoration of the Will

With the will restored to its rightful owner, Jane is finally able to reunite with her daughter. The resolution of the mystery brings a new beginning for both Jane and the Draycott estate.

Draycott Mansion
15

A New Mystery Awaits

As Nancy contemplates the resolution of the Draycott case, she receives a call about another mystery happening in Scotland. Filled with excitement, she seems ready for her next adventure, leaving her previous mystery behind.

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