Shanghai 1920 (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1991, Shanghai 1920 is a notable film directed by Leong Po-Chih, running about 137 minutes.
What it’s about. Billy Fong, a Chinese boy working the Shanghai docks, becomes friends with Dawson Cole, the spoiled son of an American shipping tycoon. As adults, the friends become business partners. Dawson wants to run a legitimate trade, but Billy craves the power that comes with leadership among the cities gangster underground.
Who’s in it. Shanghai 1920 stars John Lone, Adrian Pasdar, Fennie Yuen Kit-Ying and Billy Cohen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Shanghai 1920 has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shanghai 1920 page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shanghai 1920 (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shanghai 1920 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shanghai 1920 worth watching?
- Shanghai 1920 holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shanghai 1920?
- Shanghai 1920 stars John Lone, Adrian Pasdar, Fennie Yuen Kit-Ying, Billy Cohen and Yeung Chong-Hon.
- When was Shanghai 1920 released?
- Shanghai 1920 was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 137 minutes.