Chandu the Magician
"CHANDU.. He Lives on the Screen!"
Originally released in 1932. Chandu the Magician is a adventure/science fiction film. directed by William Cameron Menzies. At just 71 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Edmund Lowe, Irene Ware, and Bela Lugosi
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 4, 1932
93 years ago
Runtime
1h 11m
71 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (23 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Edmund Lowe
as Chandu / Frank Chandler
Irene Ware
as Princess Nadji
Bela Lugosi
as Roxor
Weldon Heyburn
as Abdulah
Herbert Mundin
as Albert Miggles
Henry B. Walthall
as Robert Regent
Virginia Hammond
as Dorothy Regent
June Lang
as Betty Lou Regent (as June Vlasek)
Michael Stuart
as Bobby Regent (as Nestor Aber)
Nigel De Brulier
as Yogi Teacher (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Fox Film Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chandu the Magician about?
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.
Who directed Chandu the Magician?
Chandu the Magician was directed by William Cameron Menzies.
How long is Chandu the Magician?
Chandu the Magician has a runtime of 1 hours and 11 minutes (71 minutes total).
When was Chandu the Magician released?
Chandu the Magician was released on August 4, 1932 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Chandu the Magician?
The main cast of Chandu the Magician includes Edmund Lowe, Irene Ware, Bela Lugosi, Weldon Heyburn, Herbert Mundin.