I Cover Chinatown (1936): cast, story & where to watch

1936 · Film

I Cover Chinatown poster

Released in 1936, I Cover Chinatown is a drama, crime, mystery and romance film directed by Norman Foster, running about 64 minutes. “FANTASTIC ADVENTURES IN A WEIRD AND SINISTER SETTING!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A tour guide in Chinatown and his girlfriend get mixed up with jewel thieves and murder.

Who’s in it. I Cover Chinatown stars Norman Foster as Eddie Barton, Elaine Shepard as Gloria Watkins, Theodore von Eltz as Clark Duryea and Polly Ann Young as Myra Duryea, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch I Cover Chinatown page.

If you liked it. Fans of I Cover Chinatown tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch I Cover Chinatown (1936)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for I Cover Chinatown change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in I Cover Chinatown?
I Cover Chinatown stars Norman Foster, Elaine Shepard, Theodore von Eltz, Polly Ann Young and Vince Barnett.
When was I Cover Chinatown released?
I Cover Chinatown was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.