The Shanghai Cobra
"Charlie Chan at his best in his most thrilling adventure!"
Originally released in 1945. The Shanghai Cobra is a mystery/thriller film. directed by Phil Karlson. At just 64 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Sidney Toler, Benson Fong, and Mantan Moreland
Synopsis
Someone is attempting to steal radium stored in a bank. Death by cobra venom connects a number of murders. Charlie Chan investigates.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 29, 1945
80 years ago
Runtime
1h 4m
64 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (18 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Sidney Toler
as Charlie Chan
Benson Fong
as Tommy Chan
Mantan Moreland
as Birmingham Brown
James Cardwell
as Ned Stewart
Joan Barclay
as Paula Webb
Walter Fenner
as Police Inspector Harry Davis
Roy Gordon
as Walter Fletcher
Arthur Loft
as Bradford Harris
Addison Richards
as John Adams
Janet Warren
as Record Machine Operator
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Monogram Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Shanghai Cobra about?
Someone is attempting to steal radium stored in a bank. Death by cobra venom connects a number of murders. Charlie Chan investigates.
Who directed The Shanghai Cobra?
The Shanghai Cobra was directed by Phil Karlson.
How long is The Shanghai Cobra?
The Shanghai Cobra has a runtime of 1 hours and 4 minutes (64 minutes total).
When was The Shanghai Cobra released?
The Shanghai Cobra was released on September 29, 1945 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Shanghai Cobra?
The main cast of The Shanghai Cobra includes Sidney Toler, Benson Fong, Mantan Moreland, James Cardwell, Joan Barclay.