Die Bestie von Shanghai (1947): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1947 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1947, Die Bestie von Shanghai is a drama, krimi and abenteuer film directed by Edwin L. Marin, running about 90 minutes. “He's out to SMASH the world's dirtiest racket” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Dishonorably discharged from the Army Air Corps, Brad Dunham (George Raft) disconsolately decides to try his luck with Shanghai's postwar black market. Teaming with the treacherous Tamara Baranoff (June Havoc), Dunham prospers in his newly-found illicit profession, much to the dismay of his best friend, reporter Mark Andrews (Tom Tully). When Tamara has the troublesome Andrews murdered, Dunham realizes the folly of his behavior and works overtime to squash the black market for good and all.
Who’s in it. Die Bestie von Shanghai stars George Raft as Brad Dunham, June Havoc as Mme. Tamara Baranoff, Helena Carter as Linda Parker, alias Linda Arnold and Tom Tully as Marc Andrews, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Die Bestie von Shanghai has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Die Bestie von Shanghai page.
If you liked it. Fans of Die Bestie von Shanghai tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.
Häufige Fragen
- Where can I watch Die Bestie von Shanghai (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Die Bestie von Shanghai change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Die Bestie von Shanghai worth watching?
- Die Bestie von Shanghai holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, krimi and abenteuer. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Die Bestie von Shanghai?
- Die Bestie von Shanghai stars George Raft, June Havoc, Helena Carter, Tom Tully and Marvin Miller.
- When was Die Bestie von Shanghai released?
- Die Bestie von Shanghai was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.