China Girl (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1942, China Girl is a drama and war film directed by Henry Hathaway, running about 95 minutes. “Captain Fifi...115 pounds of curses, crookedness and kisses!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two-fisted newsreel photographer Johnny Williams is stationed in Burma and China in the early stage of WW II. Captured by the Japanese, he escapes from a concentration camp with the aid of beautiful, enigmatic 'China Girl' Miss Young. The two arduously make their way back to friendly lines so that Johnny can deliver the vital military information he's managed to glean from his captors.
Who’s in it. China Girl stars Gene Tierney as Haoli Young, George Montgomery as Johnny Williams, Lynn Bari as Captain Fifi and Victor McLaglen as Major Bull Weed, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, China Girl has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $1.4M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch China Girl page.
If you liked it. Fans of China Girl tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch China Girl (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for China Girl change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is China Girl worth watching?
- China Girl holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in China Girl?
- China Girl stars Gene Tierney, George Montgomery, Lynn Bari, Victor McLaglen and Alan Baxter.
- When was China Girl released?
- China Girl was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.