The Scarlet Clue
1945, English. Directed by Phil Rosen.
CHAN FACES HIS MOST DIABOLIC ENEMY!
Chinese sleuth Charlie Chan discovers a scheme for the theft of government radar plans while investigating several murders.
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Scarlet Clue is streaming on Artiflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Phil RosenDirector
- Sidney TolerCharlie Chan
- Benson FongTommy Chan
- Mantan MorelandBirmingham Brown, Chauffeur
- Robert HomansCapt. Flynn
- I. Stanford JolleyRolf Brot, alias Ralph Brett
- Virginia BrissacMrs. Marsh
- Jack NortonWillie Rand
- Janet ShawGloria Bayne
- Ben CarterBen Carter
- Victoria FaustHulda Swenson / Janet Carter
- Helen DeverellDiane Hall
- Leonard MudieHorace Karloss
Details
- Released
- 11 May 1945
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- George Callahan
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Watch before The Scarlet Clue
In release order. The films it follows, and anything it builds on.
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1940 · 7.7/10
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Dead Men Tell
1941 · 6.6/10
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Charlie Chan in Rio
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Castle in the Desert
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Charlie Chan in the Secret Service
1944 · 6.0/10
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Charlie Chan in The Chinese Cat
1944 · 6.6/10
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Black Magic
1944 · 7.1/10
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The Jade Mask
1945 · 6.2/10
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The Scarlet Clue: quick answers
What should I watch before The Scarlet Clue?
Watch Charlie Chan in the Secret Service (1944), Charlie Chan in The Chinese Cat (1944), Black Magic (1944), and The Jade Mask (1945) first, plus 6 earlier titles listed on this page.
What comes after The Scarlet Clue?
Next in the series: The Red Dragon (1945), The Shanghai Cobra (1945), and Dark Alibi (1946).
Is The Scarlet Clue worth watching?
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How long is The Scarlet Clue?
The Scarlet Clue runs 65 minutes (1h 5m).
Does The Scarlet Clue have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Scarlet Clue. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Scarlet Clue parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Scarlet Clue is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Scarlet Clue on?
The Scarlet Clue is streaming on Artiflix in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Scarlet Clue?
If you liked The Scarlet Clue, try The Deadly Affair, The Seven-Ups, The Mirror Crack'd.
Who directed The Scarlet Clue?
The Scarlet Clue (1945) was directed by Phil Rosen and stars Sidney Toler, Benson Fong, Mantan Moreland.