Chandu the Magician (1932): cast, story & where to watch
1932 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1932, Chandu the Magician is an action, thriller, fantasy and adventure film directed by William Cameron Menzies, running about 71 minutes. “CHANDU.. He Lives on the Screen!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When delusional madman Roxor kidnaps a scientist in hopes of using his death ray to achieve world dominance, he is opposed by Chandu, a powerful hypnotist and yogi.
Who’s in it. Chandu the Magician stars Edmund Lowe as Chandu / Frank Chandler, Irene Ware as Princess Nadji, Bela Lugosi as Roxor and Herbert Mundin as Albert Miggles, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Chandu the Magician 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 Chandu the Magician page.
If you liked it. Fans of Chandu the Magician 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 Chandu the Magician (1932)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Chandu the Magician change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Chandu the Magician worth watching?
- Chandu the Magician holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, fantasy and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Chandu the Magician?
- Chandu the Magician stars Edmund Lowe, Irene Ware, Bela Lugosi, Herbert Mundin and Henry B. Walthall.
- When was Chandu the Magician released?
- Chandu the Magician was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.