The Shanghai Drama (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1938, The Shanghai Drama is a drama film directed by G.W. Pabst, running about 76 minutes.
What it’s about. A Russian emigrant sings in a Shanghai nightclub under the assumed name of Kay Murphy. All she dreams of is a peaceful life with her daughter Vera. But this is only a pipe dream as she has been forced by her former lover Ivan to work for a secret criminal organization, "The Black Dragon". Vera, who studies in a Hong Kong boarding-school, knows nothing about her mother's past. When Ivan, who is also Vera's father, resurfaces and blackmails Kay, the young woman is determined to fight back...
Who’s in it. The Shanghai Drama stars Louis Jouvet as Ivan, Raymond Rouleau as Franchon, Suzanne Desprès as Nina and Valéry Inkijinoff as Lee Pang, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Shanghai Drama has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Shanghai Drama page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shanghai Drama tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shanghai Drama (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Shanghai Drama change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Shanghai Drama worth watching?
- The Shanghai Drama holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Shanghai Drama?
- The Shanghai Drama stars Louis Jouvet, Raymond Rouleau, Suzanne Desprès, Valéry Inkijinoff and Dorville.
- When was The Shanghai Drama released?
- The Shanghai Drama was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.