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The Shanghai Cobra

1945, English. Directed by Phil Karlson.

Charlie Chan at his best in his most thrilling adventure!

Someone is attempting to steal radium stored in a bank. Death by cobra venom connects a number of murders. Charlie Chan investigates.

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Runtime
1h 4m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
NR

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The Shanghai Cobra isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.

Availability in India as of 11 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.

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Released
29 September 1945
Country
United States of America
Written by
George Callahan, George Wallace Sayre
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What should I watch before The Shanghai Cobra?

Watch Black Magic (1944), The Jade Mask (1945), The Scarlet Clue (1945), and The Red Dragon (1945) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.

What comes after The Shanghai Cobra?

Next in the series: Dark Alibi (1946), Shadows Over Chinatown (1946), and Dangerous Money (1946).

Is The Shanghai Cobra worth watching?

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How long is The Shanghai Cobra?

The Shanghai Cobra runs 64 minutes (1h 4m).

Does The Shanghai Cobra have a post-credits scene?

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The Shanghai Cobra parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

The Shanghai Cobra is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is The Shanghai Cobra on?

The Shanghai Cobra isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)

What movies are like The Shanghai Cobra?

If you liked The Shanghai Cobra, try The Mirror Crack'd, The Glass Key, Time Without Pity.

Who directed The Shanghai Cobra?

The Shanghai Cobra (1945) was directed by Phil Karlson and stars Sidney Toler, Benson Fong, Mantan Moreland.

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