Rail Pirates (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1938, Rail Pirates is a drama film directed by Christian-Jaque, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Henri Pierson, the chief engineer of a railway line crossing Yunnan in China, must prevent the incessant attacks of a gang of looters.
Who’s in it. Rail Pirates stars Charles Vanel as Henri Pierson, Erich von Stroheim as Tchou King, Doumel as Morganti and Marcel Dalio as Le mercenaire, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Rail Pirates sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rail Pirates page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rail Pirates tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rail Pirates (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rail Pirates change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rail Pirates worth watching?
- Rail Pirates holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Rail Pirates?
- Rail Pirates stars Charles Vanel, Erich von Stroheim, Doumel, Marcel Dalio and Jacques Dumesnil.
- When was Rail Pirates released?
- Rail Pirates was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.