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Mr. Moto in Danger Island

1939, English. Directed by Herbert I. Leeds.

HUNTED BY THE POLICE!...STALKED BY A KILLER!

In Puerto Rico to investigate a glut of contraband diamonds that are flooding the world's jewel market, Mr. Moto and his sidekick, a wrestler, find themselves involved in murders by thrown daggers, the frame-up of an overstressed Army colonel, and a pirate gang led by an unknown boss who has inside knowledge of the ensuing investigation.

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

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Released
7 April 1939
Country
United States of America
Written by
George Bricker, John Reinhardt, Peter Milne
rescuepuerto ricomurdershootoutwhodunitdaggerprivate detectiveblack stereotypeframed for murderred herringintelligence agentoutlaw gangjapanese manpolice department

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What Mr. Moto in Danger Island is based on

Mr. Moto in Danger Island is based on Murder in Trinidad by John W. Vandercook.

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What should I watch before Mr. Moto in Danger Island?

Watch Mr. Moto's Gamble (1938), Mr. Moto Takes a Chance (1938), Mysterious Mr. Moto (1938), and Mr. Moto's Last Warning (1939) first, plus 2 earlier titles listed on this page.

What comes after Mr. Moto in Danger Island?

Next in the series: Mr. Moto Takes a Vacation (1939).

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How long is Mr. Moto in Danger Island?

Mr. Moto in Danger Island runs 64 minutes (1h 4m).

Does Mr. Moto in Danger Island have a post-credits scene?

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Mr. Moto in Danger Island parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Mr. Moto in Danger Island is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Mr. Moto in Danger Island on?

Mr. Moto in Danger Island isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 7 April 1939. (Checked 13 November 2026.)

What movies are like Mr. Moto in Danger Island?

If you liked Mr. Moto in Danger Island, try The Organization, The Maltese Falcon, The Mirror Crack'd.

Who directed Mr. Moto in Danger Island?

Mr. Moto in Danger Island (1939) was directed by Herbert I. Leeds and stars Peter Lorre, Warren Hymer, Amanda Duff.

What is Mr. Moto in Danger Island based on?

Mr. Moto in Danger Island is based on Murder in Trinidad by John W. Vandercook.

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