Half Way to Shanghai
“Fighting their way out of enemy hands...as the Burma Express speeds on its way!”
Synopsis
A murder occurs on a train bound for Shanghai during World War II.
Top Cast
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Kent Taylor
Frederick Barton, [Screen Credit / Ads Name: Alexander Barton ]
Irene Hervey
Vicky Neilson
George Zucco
Peter van Hoost
J. Edward Bromberg
Maj. U. Vinpore
Charlotte Wynters
Caroline Rawlins
Fay Helm
Marion Mills
Alexander Granach
Mr. Nikolas
Henry Stephenson
Col. Algernon Blimpton
Charles Wagenheim
Jonathan Peale
Lionel Royce
Otto Brinker aka Otto von Schact
Willie Fung
Mr. Wu
Oscar O'Shea
Doctor McIntyre
Mary Gordon
Mrs. McIntyre
Frank Lackteen
Train Conductor
Charles Stevens
Ali
Jerome de Nuccio
Sikh Guard
Michael Gaddis
Sikh Guard
George J. Lewis
Brakeman
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 18, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Rawlins
- Original Title
- Half Way to Shanghai
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 2m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Rawlins
John W. Boyle
Edward Curtiss
Department Leadership Roster
John Rawlins
Director
Vera West
Costume Design
Edward Curtiss
Editor
John W. Boyle
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Half Way to Shanghai.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Half Way to Shanghai
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Half Way to Shanghai about?
A murder occurs on a train bound for Shanghai during World War II.
Who directed Half Way to Shanghai?
Half Way to Shanghai was directed by John Rawlins.
Who stars in Half Way to Shanghai?
The principal cast of Half Way to Shanghai includes Kent Taylor, Irene Hervey, George Zucco, J. Edward Bromberg, Charlotte Wynters.
When was Half Way to Shanghai released and how long is it?
Half Way to Shanghai was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 1h 2m.