The Ship from Shanghai
Synopsis
On a yacht sailing from Shanghai to the United States, the sailors, led by the megalomaniac steward, revolt and take control.
Top Cast
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Conrad Nagel
Howard Vazey
Kay Johnson
Dorothy Daley
Carmel Myers
Viola Thorpe
Holmes Herbert
Paul Thorpe
Zeffie Tilbury
Lady Daley
Louis Wolheim
Ted
Ivan Linow
Pete
Jack McDonald
Reid
Henry Armetta
Sailor (uncredited)
Pat Harmon
Sailor (uncredited)
Albert MacQuarrie
Sailor (uncredited)
Pat Moriarity
Sailor (uncredited)
Floyd Shackelford
Sailor (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 31, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charles Brabin
- Screenplay & Story
- John Howard Lawson
- Original Title
- The Ship from Shanghai
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 7m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charles Brabin
John Howard Lawson, Dale Collins
Ira H. Morgan
Grant Whytock
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Brabin
Director
Grant Whytock
Editor
John Howard Lawson
Screenplay
Ira H. Morgan
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Ship from Shanghai.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Ship from Shanghai
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Ship from Shanghai about?
On a yacht sailing from Shanghai to the United States, the sailors, led by the megalomaniac steward, revolt and take control.
Who directed The Ship from Shanghai?
The Ship from Shanghai was directed by Charles Brabin.
Who stars in The Ship from Shanghai?
The principal cast of The Ship from Shanghai includes Conrad Nagel, Kay Johnson, Carmel Myers, Holmes Herbert, Zeffie Tilbury.
When was The Ship from Shanghai released and how long is it?
The Ship from Shanghai was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 1h 7m.
Is The Ship from Shanghai based on a book or true story?
The Ship from Shanghai is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Dale Collins".