Torchy Blane in Chinatown (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1939, Torchy Blane in Chinatown is an action, comedy and crime film directed by William Beaudine, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. Torchy Blane joins her police-detective fiance to solve a series of murders involving a set of Chinese grave tablets taken and sold to a collector and death-threats written in Chinese characters.
Who’s in it. Torchy Blane in Chinatown stars Glenda Farrell as Torchy Blane, Barton MacLane as Det. Lt. Steve 'Mac' McBride, Tom Kennedy as Det. Sgt. Gahagan and Patric Knowles as Capt. Condon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Torchy Blane in Chinatown 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 Torchy Blane in Chinatown page.
If you liked it. Fans of Torchy Blane in Chinatown 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 Torchy Blane in Chinatown (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Torchy Blane in Chinatown change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Torchy Blane in Chinatown worth watching?
- Torchy Blane in Chinatown holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Torchy Blane in Chinatown?
- Torchy Blane in Chinatown stars Glenda Farrell, Barton MacLane, Tom Kennedy, Patric Knowles and Henry O'Neill.
- When was Torchy Blane in Chinatown released?
- Torchy Blane in Chinatown was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.
