

Chandu on the Magic Island
1935, English. Directed by Ray Taylor.
On the mystic island of Lemuria, the cult of Ubasti seek the Egyptian Princess Nadji to sacrifice so that their goddess Ossana, whose soul resides in Nadji's body, may be resurrected by Black Magic. Nadji is located in the Far East port of Suva, but shielded by the White Magical powers of Frank Chandler, an American raised by Eastern mystics who is also known as Chandu. When Chandu takes a voyage alone, however, the evil Voice of Ubasti is able to magically spirit her to Lemuria, where Black Magic reigns supreme. Chandu sets out in pursuit with his sister Dorothy, niece Betty and nephew Bob; but, shipwrecked on the magic island, Chandu finds his family also held prisoner for sacrifice while he is plunged into an endless maze of caverns beneath the evil temple, where both his mortal and magical strength seem rendered useless.
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- Ray TaylorDirector
- Bela LugosiFrank Chandler (Chandu)
- Maria AlbaPrincess Nadji
- Murdock MacQuarrieThe Voice of the Ubasti
- Clara Kimball YoungDorothy Regent
- Dean BentonBob Regent
- Phyllis LudwigBetty Regent
- Wilfred LucasCapt. Walker
- Josef SwickardTyba, the White Magician
- J.J. ClarkVitras
- John InceSuvanese Police Commandant
- Louise EmmonsSisaba the Hag
- Iron Eyes CodyCat Man
Details
- Released
- 1 January 1935
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Barry Barringer
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Chandu on the Magic Island: quick answers
What should I watch before Chandu on the Magic Island?
Watch Chandu the Magician (1932) and The Return of Chandu (1934) first.
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Chandu on the Magic Island runs 70 minutes (1h 10m).
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Which OTT platform is Chandu on the Magic Island on?
Chandu on the Magic Island is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Chandu on the Magic Island?
If you liked Chandu on the Magic Island, try Mythica: A Quest for Heroes, Pan, The 7th Voyage of Sinbad.
Who directed Chandu on the Magic Island?
Chandu on the Magic Island (1935) was directed by Ray Taylor and stars Bela Lugosi, Maria Alba, Murdock MacQuarrie.

