The Red Dragon (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1945, The Red Dragon is a mystery film directed by Phil Rosen, running about 64 minutes. “CHARLIE CHAN on the Trail! A NEW CASE OF WORLWIDE INTRIGUE!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Chan is faced with suspects in a stolen atomic bomb formula case, that are being killed with bullets that are not fired from a gun.
Who’s in it. The Red Dragon stars Sidney Toler as Charlie Chan, Fortunio Bonanova as Insp. Luis Carvero, Benson Fong as Tommy Chan and Robert Emmett Keane as Alfred Wyans (as Robert E. Keane), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Red Dragon 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 Red Dragon page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Red Dragon tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Red Dragon (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Red Dragon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Red Dragon worth watching?
- The Red Dragon holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Red Dragon?
- The Red Dragon stars Sidney Toler, Fortunio Bonanova, Benson Fong, Robert Emmett Keane and Willie Best.
- When was The Red Dragon released?
- The Red Dragon was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.