The Chinatown Mystery (1915): cast, story & where to watch
1915 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1915, The Chinatown Mystery is a drama and mystery film directed by Reginald Barker, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Reporter Frank Sloan, investigating the disappearance of a Chinese slave girl in Chinatown which leads to opium addiction, job loss, and personal ruin, until a major murder brings him back into the story, revealing the dark underbelly of the district.
Who’s in it. The Chinatown Mystery stars Howard Hickman as Frank Sloan, Leona Hutton as Grace Adams, Sessue Hayakawa as Yo Hong and Tsuru Aoki as Woo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Chinatown Mystery sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Chinatown Mystery page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Chinatown Mystery tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Chinatown Mystery (1915)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Chinatown Mystery change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Chinatown Mystery worth watching?
- The Chinatown Mystery holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Chinatown Mystery?
- The Chinatown Mystery stars Howard Hickman, Leona Hutton, Sessue Hayakawa, Tsuru Aoki and Walter Belasco.
- When was The Chinatown Mystery released?
- The Chinatown Mystery was released in 1915, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.