The Black Camel (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1931, The Black Camel is a thriller, crime and mystery film directed by Hamilton MacFadden, running about 71 minutes. “The unsolved secrets of Hollywood” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Movie star Shelah Fane is seeing wealthy Alan Jaynes while filming in Honolulu, Hawaii, but won't marry him without consulting famed psychic Tarneverro first. Tarneverro confronts her about the unsolved murder of fellow film star Denny Mayo three years earlier, and she decides to reject Jaynes' proposal. When Shelah is found shot to death in her beach-front pavilion, Charlie Chan of the Honolulu Police investigates.
Who’s in it. The Black Camel stars Warner Oland as Charlie Chan, Sally Eilers as Julie O'Neil, Bela Lugosi as Tarneverro and Dorothy Revier as Shelah Fane, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Black Camel 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 Black Camel page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Black Camel tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Black Camel (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Black Camel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Black Camel worth watching?
- The Black Camel holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Black Camel?
- The Black Camel stars Warner Oland, Sally Eilers, Bela Lugosi, Dorothy Revier and Victor Varconi.