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Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum (1940)

Movie"FOUR TIMES IN 18 EERIE MINUTES CHARLIE CHAN FACES DEATH! -- Death from a poison dart! -- Death from a streaking bullet! -- Death from a gleaming dagger!"
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77
Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum
NR 1 hr 3 minSep 6th, 1940Thriller, Crime, MysteryCharlie Chan (Sidney Toler) Collection PosterPart of Charlie Chan (Sidney Toler) Collection
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A wax museum run by a demented doctor contains statues of such crime figures as Jack the Ripper and Bluebeard. In addition to making wax statues the doctor performs plastic surgery. It is here that an arch fiend takes refuge.
StarringSidney TolerVictor Sen YungC. Henry Gordon
DirectorLynn Shores
WriterJohn Larkin

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:September 6th, 1940
Original Language:English
Production Companies:20th Century Fox
Movie Tags:
escaped convictplastic surgerywax museumcomical sidekick

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.