China Gate (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1957, China Gate is an action, thriller, drama and war film directed by Samuel Fuller, running about 97 minutes. “An American dynamiter love-locked in war-locked China!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Near the end of the French phase of the Vietnam War, a group of mercenaries are recruited to travel through enemy territory to the Chinese border.
Who’s in it. China Gate stars Gene Barry as Sgt. Brock, Angie Dickinson as Lucky Legs, Nat King Cole as Goldie and Paul Dubov as Capt. Caumont, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, China Gate 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 Gate page.
If you liked it. Fans of China Gate 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 China Gate (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for China Gate change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is China Gate worth watching?
- China Gate holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in China Gate?
- China Gate stars Gene Barry, Angie Dickinson, Nat King Cole, Paul Dubov and Lee Van Cleef.
- When was China Gate released?
- China Gate was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.