Visa to Canton (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1960, Visa to Canton is an action, thriller and adventure film directed by Michael Carreras, running about 75 minutes. “Go-For-Broke Yank Blasts Bamboo Curtain!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A former World War II pilot, now the owner of a travel agency in Hong Kong, gets involved in espionage trying to help a Chinese woman locate her son.
Who’s in it. Visa to Canton stars Richard Basehart as Don Benton, Athene Seyler as Mao Tai Tai, Lisa Gastoni as Lola Sanchez and Eric Pohlmann as Ivono Kong, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Visa to Canton has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Visa to Canton page.
If you liked it. Fans of Visa to Canton tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Visa to Canton (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Visa to Canton change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Visa to Canton worth watching?
- Visa to Canton holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Visa to Canton?
- Visa to Canton stars Richard Basehart, Athene Seyler, Lisa Gastoni, Eric Pohlmann and Marne Maitland.
- When was Visa to Canton released?
- Visa to Canton was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.