Movie

Oil for the Lamps of China

“The FLAMING HELL OF THE LAST FRONTIER”

★ 7.2(7)19351h 37m

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Good to know

Director: Mervyn LeRoy
Release date: 1935-06-08
Runtime: 1h 37m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: The Vitaphone Corporation

About Oil for the Lamps of China

Oil for the Lamps of China is a 1935 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Mervyn LeRoy, starring Pat O'Brien, Josephine Hutchinson and Jean Muir. It has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.2/10 from 7 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Oil for the Lamps of China in Colombia — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An American oil company representative risks sacrificing his marriage for his career in the rural lands of China.

Cast

Pat O'Brien

Stephen Chase

Josephine Hutchinson

Hester Adams Chase

Jean Muir

Alice Wellman

Lyle Talbot

Jim

Arthur Byron

No. 1 Boss

John Eldredge

Don Wellman

Donald Crisp

J.T. McCarger

Willie Fung

Kin

Tetsu Komai

Henry O'Neill

Edward Hartford

Ronnie Cosby

Bunsy Wellman

William B. Davidson

E.H. Swaley

Themes & keywords

chinaself sacrificeloyaltyprogressidealistmarriage of convenienceamerican abroadoil lampoil companycareer ambitionscompany man

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Oil for the Lamps of China in Colombia?+

Oil for the Lamps of China is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Colombia. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Oil for the Lamps of China on Netflix?+

Oil for the Lamps of China is not on Netflix in Colombia right now.

How long is Oil for the Lamps of China?+

Oil for the Lamps of China has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

Who stars in Oil for the Lamps of China?+

Oil for the Lamps of China stars Pat O'Brien, Josephine Hutchinson, Jean Muir, Lyle Talbot and Arthur Byron.

When did Oil for the Lamps of China come out?+

Oil for the Lamps of China is a 1935 movie directed by Mervyn LeRoy.

What genre is Oil for the Lamps of China?+

Oil for the Lamps of China is Drama film.

Who directed Oil for the Lamps of China?+

Oil for the Lamps of China was directed by Mervyn LeRoy.