Black Magic (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1944, Black Magic is a comedy, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Phil Rosen, running about 67 minutes. “Chan stalks a fiendish murderer!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Chinese detective Charlie Chan solves a murder linked to the occult. This movie had an alternative title: Meeting at Midnight.
Who’s in it. Black Magic stars Sidney Toler as Charlie Chan, Mantan Moreland as Birmingham Brown, Frances Chan as Frances Chan and Joseph Crehan as Police Sgt. Matthews, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Black Magic has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Magic page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Magic tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black Magic (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Magic change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black Magic worth watching?
- Black Magic holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black Magic?
- Black Magic stars Sidney Toler, Mantan Moreland, Frances Chan, Joseph Crehan and Jacqueline deWit.
- When was Black Magic released?
- Black Magic was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.