The Fatal Hour
1940, English. Directed by William Nigh.
When a police officer is murdered, Captain Street looks to Mr. Wong to catch the killer. Prime Suspect: Frank Belden Jr., whose father is a businessman well known for both his success and dishonesty. Mr. Wong faces increasing danger and is nearly executed himself as the investigation develops in treachery and complexity. As Mr. Wong follows the trail of dead bodies, he uncovers a jewel smuggling ring on the San Francisco waterfront and a case much larger than the death of a police officer.
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- William NighDirector
- Boris KarloffJames Lee Wong
- Marjorie ReynoldsRoberta 'Bobbie' Logan
- Grant WithersCapt. Bill Street
- Charles TrowbridgeJohn T. Forbes
- Frank PugliaHarry 'Hardway' Lockett
- Craig ReynoldsFrank Belden, Jr.
- Lita ChevretTanya Serova
- Harry StrangDet. Ballard
- Hooper AtchleyFrank Belden, Sr.
- Jason Robards Sr.Griswold
- Richard LooJeweler
- Jack KennedyMike
Details
- Released
- 15 January 1940
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Scott Darling
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The Fatal Hour: quick answers
What should I watch before The Fatal Hour?
Watch Mr. Wong, Detective (1938), The Mystery of Mr. Wong (1939), and Mr. Wong in Chinatown (1939) first.
What comes after The Fatal Hour?
Next in the series: Doomed to Die (1940) and Phantom of Chinatown (1940).
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How long is The Fatal Hour?
The Fatal Hour runs 68 minutes (1h 8m).
Does The Fatal Hour have a post-credits scene?
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The Fatal Hour parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Fatal Hour is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Fatal Hour on?
The Fatal Hour is streaming on Bloodstream in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Fatal Hour?
If you liked The Fatal Hour, try The Seven-Ups, The Mirror Crack'd, The Glass Key.
Who directed The Fatal Hour?
The Fatal Hour (1940) was directed by William Nigh and stars Boris Karloff, Marjorie Reynolds, Grant Withers.