China Seas (1935): cast, story & where to watch

1935 · Film · ★ 6.6

China Seas poster

Released in 1935, China Seas is an action, drama and adventure film directed by Tay Garnett, running about 87 minutes.

What it’s about. Captain Alan Gaskell sails the perilous waters between Hong Kong and Singapore with a secret cargo: a fortune in British gold. That's not the only risky cargo he carries; both his fiery mistress and his refined fiancee are aboard!

Who’s in it. China Seas stars Clark Gable as Cpt Alan Gaskell, Jean Harlow as Dolly 'China Doll' Portland, Wallace Beery as Jamesy MacArdle and Lewis Stone as Tom Davids, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, China Seas has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch China Seas page.

If you liked it. Fans of China Seas 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 Seas (1935)?
In US, China Seas is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is China Seas worth watching?
China Seas holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in China Seas?
China Seas stars Clark Gable, Jean Harlow, Wallace Beery, Lewis Stone and Rosalind Russell.
When was China Seas released?
China Seas was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.