Shanghai (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1935, Shanghai is a drama and romance film directed by James Flood, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. A New York socialite (Loretta Young) travels to Shanghai to visit her ailing aunt (Alison Skipworth) and falls in love with a Russian banker (Charles Boyer), who harbors a family secret. Director James Flood's 1935 melodrama also stars Warner Oland, Libby Taylor, Keye Luke, Charley Grapewin, Walter Kingsford and Fred Keating.
Who’s in it. Shanghai stars Loretta Young as Barbara Howard, Charles Boyer as Dimitri Koslov, Warner Oland as Ambassador Lun Sing and Alison Skipworth as Aunt Jane, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Shanghai has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shanghai page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shanghai tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shanghai (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shanghai change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shanghai worth watching?
- Shanghai holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Shanghai?
- Shanghai stars Loretta Young, Charles Boyer, Warner Oland, Alison Skipworth and Fred Keating.
- When was Shanghai released?
- Shanghai was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.