The Shanghai Cobra (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1945, The Shanghai Cobra is a thriller and mystery film directed by Phil Karlson, running about 64 minutes. “Charlie Chan at his best in his most thrilling adventure!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Someone is attempting to steal radium stored in a bank. Death by cobra venom connects a number of murders. Charlie Chan investigates.
Who’s in it. The Shanghai Cobra stars Sidney Toler as Charlie Chan, Mantan Moreland as Birmingham Brown, Benson Fong as Tommy Chan and James Cardwell as Ned Stewart, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Shanghai Cobra has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Shanghai Cobra page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shanghai Cobra tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shanghai Cobra (1945)?
- In US, The Shanghai Cobra is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Shanghai Cobra worth watching?
- The Shanghai Cobra holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Shanghai Cobra?
- The Shanghai Cobra stars Sidney Toler, Mantan Moreland, Benson Fong, James Cardwell and Joan Barclay.
- When was The Shanghai Cobra released?
- The Shanghai Cobra was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.