Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum
"FOUR TIMES IN 18 EERIE MINUTES CHARLIE CHAN FACES DEATH! -- Death from a poison dart! -- Death from a streaking bullet! -- Death from a gleaming dagger!"
Originally released in 1940. Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum is a crime/mystery film. directed by Lynn Shores. At just 63 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Sidney Toler, Victor Sen Yung, and C. Henry Gordon
Synopsis
A wax museum run by a demented doctor contains statues of such crime figures as Jack the Ripper and Bluebeard. In addition to making wax statues the doctor performs plastic surgery. It is here that an arch fiend takes refuge.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 6, 1940
85 years ago
Runtime
1h 3m
63 minutes total
User Rating
7.7/10
Great (20 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Sidney Toler
as Charlie Chan
Victor Sen Yung
as Jimmy Chan
C. Henry Gordon
as Dr. Cream
Marc Lawrence
as Steve McBirney
Eddie Marr
as Henchman Grenock
Charles Wagenheim
as Willie Fern
Joan Valerie
as Lily Latimer
Marguerite Chapman
as Mary Bolton
Hilda Vaughn
as Mrs. Joe Rocke
Harold Goodwin
as Edwards
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum about?
A wax museum run by a demented doctor contains statues of such crime figures as Jack the Ripper and Bluebeard. In addition to making wax statues the doctor performs plastic surgery. It is here that...
Who directed Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum?
Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum was directed by Lynn Shores.
How long is Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum?
Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum has a runtime of 1 hours and 3 minutes (63 minutes total).
When was Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum released?
Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum was released on September 6, 1940 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum?
The main cast of Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum includes Sidney Toler, Victor Sen Yung, C. Henry Gordon, Marc Lawrence, Eddie Marr.