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China Corsair (1951): cast, story & where to watch

1951 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 1951, China Corsair is an adventure film directed by Ray Nazarro, running about 76 minutes. “Pirate Queen Stalks Racket King!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A stranded U.S. ship's engineer (Jon Hall) helps a Eurasian beauty (Lisa Ferraday) with coveted antique jade.

Who’s in it. China Corsair stars Jon Hall as McMillan, Lisa Ferraday as Tamara Liu Ming, Ron Randell as Paul Lowell and Douglas Kennedy as Capt. Frenchy, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, China Corsair 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 China Corsair page.

If you liked it. Fans of China Corsair tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch China Corsair (1951)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for China Corsair change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is China Corsair worth watching?
China Corsair holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in China Corsair?
China Corsair stars Jon Hall, Lisa Ferraday, Ron Randell, Douglas Kennedy and Ernest Borgnine.
When was China Corsair released?
China Corsair was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.