Chinatown at Midnight (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1949, Chinatown at Midnight is a crime and mystery film directed by Seymour Friedman, running about 67 minutes. “Behind-the-scenes story... as detectives trap killer inside San Francisco's Chinatown at Midnight!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young man who steals valuable Oriental objects for a lady friend who operates an antique shop gets mixed up in a twisted murder plot.
Who’s in it. Chinatown at Midnight stars Hurd Hatfield as Clifford Ward, Jean Willes as Alice, Tom Powers as Captain Howard Brown and Ray Walker as Sam Costa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Chinatown at Midnight has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Chinatown at Midnight page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chinatown at Midnight tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Chinatown at Midnight (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chinatown at Midnight change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chinatown at Midnight worth watching?
- Chinatown at Midnight holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Chinatown at Midnight?
- Chinatown at Midnight stars Hurd Hatfield, Jean Willes, Tom Powers, Ray Walker and Charles Russell.