The Chinese Parrot
"«Mysterious, Baffling, Ominous, 'The Chinese Parrot'' held the secret of the priceless Phillmore pearls and the strange disappearance of a multimillionaire»"
Originally released in 1927. The Chinese Parrot is a mystery/crime film. directed by Paul Leni. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Marian Nixon, Hobart Bosworth, and Florence Turner
Synopsis
The plot is motivated by a pearl necklace, which has caused the death and/or ruination of all its owners. The second screen appearance of detective Charlie Chan.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 23, 1927
98 years ago
Runtime
1h 10m
70 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Marian Nixon
as Sally Phillmore
Hobart Bosworth
as P.J. Madden
Florence Turner
as Mrs. Phillmore
Sôjin Kamiyama
as Charlie Chan
Slim Summerville
as Prospector
Edmund Burns
as Robert Eden
Anna May Wong
as Nautch Dancer
Albert Conti
as Martin Thorne
Fred Esmelton
as Alexander Eden
Edgar Kennedy
as Maydorf
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Chinese Parrot about?
The plot is motivated by a pearl necklace, which has caused the death and/or ruination of all its owners. The second screen appearance of detective Charlie Chan.
Who directed The Chinese Parrot?
The Chinese Parrot was directed by Paul Leni.
How long is The Chinese Parrot?
The Chinese Parrot has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).
When was The Chinese Parrot released?
The Chinese Parrot was released on October 23, 1927 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Chinese Parrot?
The main cast of The Chinese Parrot includes Marian Nixon, Hobart Bosworth, Florence Turner, Sôjin Kamiyama, Slim Summerville.