The Return of Chandu
Synopsis
Chandu consults his crystal ball and sees that Nadji, Princess of Egypt, is in danger. She is about to be sacrificed by the black magic cult of Ubasti. Headed for the magic island of Lemuria, he is shipwrecked , washed ashore and captured. He becomes invisible, escapes and after numerous detours is able to rescue the princess.
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Return of Chandu (1934) Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-02-19
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Bela Lugosi
Frank Chandler (Chandu)
Maria Alba
Nadji - Princess of Egypt
Murdock MacQuarrie
The Supreme Voice of Ubasti [Chs. 4-12]
Clara Kimball Young
Dorothy Regent
Dean Benton
Bob Regent (as Deane Benton)
Phyllis Ludwig
Betty Regent
Lucien Prival
Vindhyan, High Priest [Chs. 1-4]
Cyril Armbrister
Henchman Sutra [Chs.1-4]
Wilfred Lucas
Capt. Wilson [Chs. 4-12]
Josef Swickard
Tyba, The White Magician [Chs. 8-12]
Baby Peggy
Judy Allen
Dick Botiller
Morta
Iron Eyes Cody
Cat Man
Louise Emmons
Sisaba
John Ince
Mr. James
Isabel La Mal
Mrs. James
Bryant Washburn
Prince Andra
J.J. Clark
Vitras
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 1934
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ray Taylor
- Screenplay & Story
- Vera M. Oldham, Barry Barringer, Harry A. Earnshaw, R.R. Morgan
- Original Title
- The Return of Chandu
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 3h 23m
- Production Studios
- Sol Lesser Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ray Taylor
Vera M. Oldham, Barry Barringer, Harry A. Earnshaw, R.R. Morgan
John Hickson
Carl Himm, Louis Sackin
Sol Lesser
Department Leadership Roster
Vera M. Oldham
Writer
Carl Himm
Editor
Harry A. Earnshaw
Writer
Sol Lesser
Producer
R.R. Morgan
Writer
Ray Taylor
Director
Louis Sackin
Editor
John Hickson
Director of Photography
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What is The Return of Chandu about?
Chandu consults his crystal ball and sees that Nadji, Princess of Egypt, is in danger. She is about to be sacrificed by the black magic cult of Ubasti. Headed for the magic island of Lemuria, he is shipwrecked , washed ashore and captured. He becomes invisible, escapes and after numerous detours is able to rescue the princess.
Who directed The Return of Chandu?
The Return of Chandu was directed by Ray Taylor.
Who stars in The Return of Chandu?
The principal cast of The Return of Chandu includes Bela Lugosi, Maria Alba, Murdock MacQuarrie, Clara Kimball Young, Dean Benton.
When was The Return of Chandu released and how long is it?
The Return of Chandu was released in 1934 with a total runtime of 3h 23m.