
Ghost of the China Sea
Synopsis
A ragtag group of survivors escape a Filipino sugar plantation overrun by Japanese soldiers during World War II, finding a small boat along the way.
Top Cast
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August 1, 1958
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fred F. Sears
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles B. Griffith, David Brian
- Original Score
- Alexander Laszlo
- Original Title
- Ghost of the China Sea
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fred F. Sears
Charles B. Griffith, David Brian
Alexander Laszlo
Gilbert Warrenton
Charles Nelson
Charles B. Griffith
Department Leadership Roster
Fred F. Sears
Director
Charles B. Griffith
Writer
David Brian
Writer
Charles Nelson
Editor
Charles B. Griffith
Producer
Gilbert Warrenton
Director of Photography
Alexander Laszlo
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ghost of the China Sea
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ghost of the China Sea about?
A ragtag group of survivors escape a Filipino sugar plantation overrun by Japanese soldiers during World War II, finding a small boat along the way.
Who directed Ghost of the China Sea?
Ghost of the China Sea was directed by Fred F. Sears.
Who stars in Ghost of the China Sea?
The principal cast of Ghost of the China Sea includes David Brian, Lynette Bernay, Norman Wright, Gene Bergman, Jonathan Haze.
When was Ghost of the China Sea released and how long is it?
Ghost of the China Sea was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 1h 19m.
Who composed the musical score for Ghost of the China Sea?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ghost of the China Sea was composed by Alexander Laszlo.
