Chandu the Magician
1932, English. Directed by Marcel Varnel & William Cameron Menzies.
CHANDU.. He Lives on the Screen!
When delusional madman Roxor kidnaps a scientist in hopes of using his death ray to achieve world dominance, he is opposed by Chandu, a powerful hypnotist and yogi.
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Marcel VarnelDirector
- William Cameron MenziesDirector
- Edmund LoweChandu / Frank Chandler
- Irene WarePrincess Nadji
- Bela LugosiRoxor
- Weldon HeyburnAbdulah
- Herbert MundinAlbert Miggles
- Henry B. WalthallRobert Regent
- Virginia HammondDorothy Regent
- June LangBetty Lou Regent (as June Vlasek)
- Michael StuartBobby Regent (as Nestor Aber)
- Nigel De BrulierYogi Teacher (uncredited)
- John GeorgeBidder at Slave Market (uncredited)
- Constantine RomanoffOne of Roxor's Henchmen (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 4 August 1932
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Barry Conners, Philip Klein
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What Chandu the Magician is based on
Chandu the Magician is adapted from a radio drama.
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Chandu the Magician: quick answers
What comes after Chandu the Magician?
Next in the series: The Return of Chandu (1934) and Chandu on the Magic Island (1935).
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How long is Chandu the Magician?
Chandu the Magician runs 71 minutes (1h 11m).
Does Chandu the Magician have a post-credits scene?
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Chandu the Magician parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Chandu the Magician is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Chandu the Magician on?
Chandu the Magician isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Chandu the Magician?
If you liked Chandu the Magician, try The Mask of Fu Manchu, Stargate, Babylon 5: The River of Souls.
Who directed Chandu the Magician?
Chandu the Magician (1932) was directed by Marcel Varnel and William Cameron Menzies and stars Edmund Lowe, Irene Ware, Bela Lugosi.
What is Chandu the Magician based on?
Chandu the Magician is adapted from a radio drama.