Movie

The Shanghai Gesture

“Mystery-lure of the Far East!”

★ 6.2(74)19411h 39m

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Good to know

Director: Josef von Sternberg
Release date: 1941-12-25
Runtime: 1h 39m
Language: Mandarin
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Arnold Pressburger Films

About The Shanghai Gesture

The Shanghai Gesture is a 1941 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Josef von Sternberg, starring Victor Mature, Ona Munson and Gene Tierney. It has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 74 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Shanghai Gesture in Ireland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A gambling queen uses blackmail to stop a British financier from closing her Chinese clip joint.

Cast

Victor Mature

Doctor Omar

Ona Munson

'Mother' Gin Sling

Gene Tierney

Victoria Charteris (aka "Poppy Smith")

Walter Huston

Sir Guy Charteris

Phyllis Brooks

Dixie Pomeroy

Albert Bassermann

Van Elst

Maria Ouspenskaya

The Amah

Eric Blore

Caesar Hawkins

Ivan Lebedeff

Boris

Mike Mazurki

The Coolie

Clyde Fillmore

Percival Montgomery Howe

Grayce Hampton

Lady Blessington

Themes & keywords

casinoshanghai, chinagamblinggigolofilm noirshowgirl

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Shanghai Gesture in Ireland?+

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

Is The Shanghai Gesture on Netflix?+

The Shanghai Gesture is not on Netflix in Ireland right now.

How long is The Shanghai Gesture?+

The Shanghai Gesture has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

Who stars in The Shanghai Gesture?+

The Shanghai Gesture stars Victor Mature, Ona Munson, Gene Tierney, Walter Huston and Phyllis Brooks.

When did The Shanghai Gesture come out?+

The Shanghai Gesture is a 1941 movie directed by Josef von Sternberg.

What genre is The Shanghai Gesture?+

The Shanghai Gesture is Drama film.

Who directed The Shanghai Gesture?+

The Shanghai Gesture was directed by Josef von Sternberg.