The Trap (1946): cast, story & where to watch
1946 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1946, The Trap is a thriller, crime and mystery film directed by Howard Bretherton, running about 62 minutes. “It's The HEIGHT of FRIGHT!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When a troupe of showgirls with their impresario and press agent vacation at a Malibu Beach resort, two of them are garroted. Charlie takes on the case assisted by Number Two Son Jimmy and faithful chauffeur Birmingham Brown.
Who’s in it. The Trap stars Sidney Toler as Charlie Chan, Mantan Moreland as Birmingham Brown, Victor Sen Yung as Jimmy Chan and Tanis Chandler as Adelaide Brandt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Trap has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Artiflix and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Trap page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Trap tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Trap (1946)?
- In US, The Trap is available to stream on Artiflix, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Trap worth watching?
- The Trap holds an audience score of 6.8 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 Trap?
- The Trap stars Sidney Toler, Mantan Moreland, Victor Sen Yung, Tanis Chandler and Larry J. Blake.
- When was The Trap released?
- The Trap was released in 1946, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.