Quick Facts
DirectorJohn English
Runtime4h 29m · NR
GenresAction · Fantasy · Horror · Science-fiction
Release1940-03-15
Film
Drums of Fu Manchu
1940· NR· 4h 29m· Action· Fantasy· Horror· Science-fiction
“CRUEL, INSIDIOUS IN HIS MAD SCHEME TO CONQUER ASIA!”
The nefarious Dr. Fu Manchu searches for the keys to the tomb of Genghis Khan, in order to fulfill a prophecy that will enable him to conquer the world. His nemesi, Dr. Nayland Smith and his associates fight to keep the evil doctor from getting his hands on the keys. In 1943 the serial was edited together into a feature movie also called Drums of Fu Manchu.
1940-03-15
Cast & Characters
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Key Crew
DirectorJohn English
ScreenplayBarney A. Sarecky
ProducerHiram S. Brown Jr.
Director of PhotographyWilliam Nobles
Original Music ComposerCy Feuer
EditorEdward Todd
Full cast & crew (30 cast · 18 crew)
Details
Released1940-03-15
Runtime4h 29m · NR
StatusReleased
LanguagesEnglish
CountriesUnited States of America
Rating6.3/10 · 6 votes
Original languageen
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