Movie

The Shanghai Story

“You're a lying Shanghai dame…”

★ 5.0(10)19541h 30m

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Good to know

Director: Frank Lloyd
Release date: 1954-09-01
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: Cantonese
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Republic Pictures

About The Shanghai Story

The Shanghai Story is a 1954 movie in the Drama, Romance and Thriller genres, directed by Frank Lloyd, starring Ruth Roman, Edmond O'Brien and Richard Jaeckel. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.0/10 from 10 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Shanghai Story in Germany — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Shanghai, China. The last expatriate Westerners still living in the city are imprisoned in a hotel by the communist authorities in order to find the spy hiding among them.

Cast

Ruth Roman

Rita King

Edmond O'Brien

Daniel Maynard

Richard Jaeckel

'Knuckles' Greer

Barry Kelley

Ricki Dolmine

Whit Bissell

Paul Grant

Basil Ruysdael

Rev. Hollingsworth

Marvin Miller

Colonel Zorek

Yvette Duguay

Leah De Verno

Paul Picerni

Emilio De Verno

Isabel Randolph

Mrs. Merryweather

Philip Ahn

Major Ling Wu

Frances Rafferty

Mrs. Warren

Themes & keywords

hotelshanghai, chinaespionageanti-communismcold war propaganda

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Shanghai Story in Germany?+

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

Is The Shanghai Story on Netflix?+

The Shanghai Story is not on Netflix in Germany right now.

How long is The Shanghai Story?+

The Shanghai Story has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in The Shanghai Story?+

The Shanghai Story stars Ruth Roman, Edmond O'Brien, Richard Jaeckel, Barry Kelley and Whit Bissell.

When did The Shanghai Story come out?+

The Shanghai Story is a 1954 movie directed by Frank Lloyd.

What genre is The Shanghai Story?+

The Shanghai Story is Drama, Romance and Thriller film.

Who directed The Shanghai Story?+

The Shanghai Story was directed by Frank Lloyd.