China Venture (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 10

Released in 1953, China Venture is a war film directed by Don Siegel, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. American soldiers undertake a mission to capture a Japanese admiral who has survived an air crash in China during WWII.
Who’s in it. China Venture stars Edmond O'Brien as Capt. Matt Reardon, Barry Sullivan as Cmdr. Bert Thompson, Jocelyn Brando as Lt. Ellen Wilkins and Leo Gordon as Sgt. Hank Janowicz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, China Venture sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch China Venture page.
If you liked it. Fans of China Venture tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch China Venture (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for China Venture change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is China Venture worth watching?
- China Venture holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in China Venture?
- China Venture stars Edmond O'Brien, Barry Sullivan, Jocelyn Brando, Leo Gordon and Lee Strasberg.
- When was China Venture released?
- China Venture was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.
