The China Shop (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1934, The China Shop is an animation film directed by Wilfred Jackson, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. The elderly owner of a china shop leaves for the night, and the various figurines and decorated mugs come to life. A demonic figure captures an upper-class lady and does battle with her lord, damaging much of the shop. But the demon proves to have a glass jaw and, literally, a yellow streak, and the happy couple is soon reunited. No dialogue, but some signs are in English, particularly the final punch-line.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The China Shop 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 China Shop page.
If you liked it. Fans of The China Shop tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The China Shop (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The China Shop change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The China Shop worth watching?
- The China Shop holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was The China Shop released?
- The China Shop was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.