The Ship from Shanghai (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1930, The Ship from Shanghai is an adventure film directed by Charles Brabin, running about 67 minutes.
What it’s about. On a yacht sailing from Shanghai to the United States, the sailors, led by the megalomaniac steward, revolt and take control.
Who’s in it. The Ship from Shanghai stars Louis Wolheim as Ted, Conrad Nagel as Howard Vazey, Holmes Herbert as Paul Thorpe and Kay Johnson as Dorothy Daley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Ship from Shanghai has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Ship from Shanghai page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Ship from Shanghai tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Ship from Shanghai (1930)?
- In US, The Ship from Shanghai is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Ship from Shanghai worth watching?
- The Ship from Shanghai holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Ship from Shanghai?
- The Ship from Shanghai stars Louis Wolheim, Conrad Nagel, Holmes Herbert, Kay Johnson and Carmel Myers.
- When was The Ship from Shanghai released?
- The Ship from Shanghai was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.