Movie

Shanghai Calling

“A New Yorker in Shanghai”

★ 6.3(23)20121h 38m

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Good to know

Director: Daniel Hsia
Release date: 2012-05-03
Runtime: 1h 38m
Language: Mandarin
Status: Released
Country: United States of America

Shanghai Calling — trailer

About Shanghai Calling

Shanghai Calling is a 2012 movie in the Romance, Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Daniel Hsia, starring Daniel Henney, Eliza Coupe and Bill Paxton. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.3/10 from 23 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Shanghai Calling in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

When ambitious New York attorney Sam is sent to Shanghai on assignment, he immediately stumbles into a legal mess that could end his career. With the help of a beautiful relocation specialist, a well-connected old-timer, a clever journalist, and a street-smart legal assistant, Sam might just save his job, find romance, and learn to appreciate the beauty and wonders of Shanghai.

Cast

Daniel Henney

Sam

Eliza Coupe

Amanda

Bill Paxton

Donald

Alan Ruck

Marcus Groff

Zhu Shimao

Magistrate

Geng Le

Awesome Wang

Zhu Zhu

Fang Fang

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Shanghai Calling in Canada?+

Shanghai Calling is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Shanghai Calling on Netflix?+

Shanghai Calling is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Shanghai Calling?+

Shanghai Calling has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who stars in Shanghai Calling?+

Shanghai Calling stars Daniel Henney, Eliza Coupe, Bill Paxton, Alan Ruck and Zhu Shimao.

When did Shanghai Calling come out?+

Shanghai Calling is a 2012 movie directed by Daniel Hsia.

What genre is Shanghai Calling?+

Shanghai Calling is Romance, Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed Shanghai Calling?+

Shanghai Calling was directed by Daniel Hsia.