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Castle in the Desert (1942)

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Castle in the Desert
NR 1 hr 2 minFeb 2nd, 1942Thriller, Crime, MysteryCharlie Chan (Sidney Toler) Collection PosterPart of Charlie Chan (Sidney Toler) Collection
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Charlie Chan, with son Jimmy on a week's pass from the Army, takes up a request for help at a castle-home, miles from anywhere in the American desert south-west and inhabited by an eccentric, reclusive historian and his wife, a descendant of Lucrezia Borgia. Once there, he finds the request's legitimacy denied by all who are present, but still necessary as one houseguest has already been murdered, the other guests are at each other's throat, and the Borgia-related chatelain is suspected...
StarringSidney TolerVictor Sen YungLenita Lane
DirectorHarry Lachman

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:February 2nd, 1942
Original Language:English
Production Companies:20th Century Fox
Movie Tags:
sequelprivate detective

Charlie Chan (Sidney Toler) Collection

A collection of the Charlie Chan films starring Sydney Toler from 1944 to 1946. Toler took over the role of the brilliant Honolulu detective after the passing of Warner Oland, bringing his own unique charm and dry wit to the character. His portrayal solidified Charlie Chan's place as one of cinema's most iconic detectives. Sydney Toler's take on Charlie Chan was marked by his sharp intellect, calm demeanor, and clever humor. Toler's ability to deliver insightful one-liners while unraveling complex mysteries made him a fan favorite.