

King of Chinatown
1939, English. Directed by Nick Grindé.
Ruthless ruler of a city of Shadows!
A Chinese-American surgeon faces a moral dilemma after operating on the mob boss in charge of vice and protection rackets in her city's Chinatown.
- Runtime
- 0h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Nick GrindéDirector
- Anna May WongDr. Mary Ling
- Akim TamiroffFrank Baturin
- J. Carrol NaishThe Professor
- Sidney TolerDr. Chang Ling
- Philip AhnRobert 'Bob' Li
- Anthony QuinnMike Gordon
- Bernadene HayesDolly Warren
- Roscoe KarnsRip Harrigan
- Ray MayerPotatoes
- Richard DenningJeff, Protective Association Henchman
- Archie TwitchellInterne
- Eddie MarrBert, Fight Trainer
Details
- Released
- 17 March 1939
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Herbert J. Biberman, Lillie Hayward, Irving Reis
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How long is King of Chinatown?
King of Chinatown runs 58 minutes (0h 58m).
Does King of Chinatown have a post-credits scene?
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King of Chinatown parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
King of Chinatown is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is King of Chinatown on?
King of Chinatown isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like King of Chinatown?
If you liked King of Chinatown, try 'G' Men, Each Dawn I Die, Dead End.
Who directed King of Chinatown?
King of Chinatown (1939) was directed by Nick Grindé and stars Anna May Wong, Akim Tamiroff, J. Carrol Naish.