The Shanghai Gesture
1941, English. Directed by Josef von Sternberg.
Mystery-lure of the Far East!
A gambling queen uses blackmail to stop a British financier from closing her Chinese clip joint.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 78 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Josef von SternbergDirector
- Victor MatureDoctor Omar
- Ona Munson'Mother' Gin Sling
- Gene TierneyVictoria Charteris (aka "Poppy Smith")
- Walter HustonSir Guy Charteris
- Phyllis BrooksDixie Pomeroy
- Albert BassermannVan Elst
- Maria OuspenskayaThe Amah
- Eric BloreCaesar Hawkins
- Ivan LebedeffBoris
- Mike MazurkiThe Coolie
- Clyde FillmorePercival Montgomery Howe
- Grayce HamptonLady Blessington
Details
- Released
- 25 December 1941
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Josef von Sternberg, Geza Herczeg, Karl Vollmöller
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What The Shanghai Gesture is based on
The Shanghai Gesture is based on The Shanghai Gesture by John Colton.
The Shanghai Gesture
By John Colton
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The Shanghai Gesture: quick answers
Is The Shanghai Gesture worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 78 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Shanghai Gesture?
The Shanghai Gesture runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does The Shanghai Gesture have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Shanghai Gesture. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Shanghai Gesture parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Shanghai Gesture is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Shanghai Gesture on?
The Shanghai Gesture isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 25 December 1941. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Shanghai Gesture?
If you liked The Shanghai Gesture, try Fallen Angel, The Mask of Dimitrios, Winter's Tale.
Who directed The Shanghai Gesture?
The Shanghai Gesture (1941) was directed by Josef von Sternberg and stars Victor Mature, Ona Munson, Gene Tierney.
What is The Shanghai Gesture based on?
The Shanghai Gesture is based on The Shanghai Gesture by John Colton.