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Charlie Chan at Treasure Island (1939)

"The strange case of murder by magic!"

6.719391h 12mEN
MysteryThriller

Directed by Norman Foster

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

1h 12m

Language

EN

Release

August 31, 1939

Director

Norman Foster

Overview

Charlie Chan's investigation of a blackmail-induced suicide as a case of murder leads him into a world of magick and mysticism peopled with a stage magician, a phoney spiritualist, and a for-real mind reader.

Cast

Sidney Toler

Sidney Toler

Charlie Chan

Victor Sen Yung

Victor Sen Yung

Jimmy Chan

Cesar Romero

Cesar Romero

Fred Rhadini

Douglas Fowley

Douglas Fowley

Peter Lewis

Pauline Moore

Pauline Moore

Eve Cairo

Donald MacBride

Donald MacBride

Deputy Police Chief J.J. Kilvaine

Douglass Dumbrille

Douglass Dumbrille

Stewart Salsbury, alias Thomas Gregory

Trevor Bardette

Trevor Bardette

Dr. Zodiac's Servant

Gerald Mohr

Gerald Mohr

Dr. Zodiac (in disguise)

Wally Vernon

Wally Vernon

Elmer

June Gale

June Gale

Myra Rhadini

Billie Seward

Billie Seward

Mrs. Bessie Sibley

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Charlie Chan at Treasure Island (1939), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Charlie Chan's investigation of a blackmail-induced suicide as a case of murder leads him into a world of magick and mysticism peopled with a stage magician, a phoney spiritualist, and a for-real mind reader.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Charlie Chan at Treasure Island. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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