That Lady from Peking
Synopsis
Max Foster (Carl Betz), an American newspaper reporter, is in Hong Kong to assist a defecting Russian diplomat. In return for arranging an escape, the diplomat must turn over to Foster a diary revealing the true events taking place in China. While making his escape, the defector is killed ant the diary vanishes. The reporter sets off on a search for it, from Hong Kong to Australia. The chase ends in an action-filled climax, with the journalist finally meeting up with "That Lady from Peking" (Nancy Kwan) - the diplomat's daughter.
Top Cast
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Carl Betz
Max Foster
Nancy Kwan
Sue Ten Chan
Bobby Rydell
Buddy Foster
Sid Melton
Benny Segal
Don Reid
Spronsky
Eva Lynd
Natalia
Vicki Benet
Tess
Sandy Gore
Marisa Russo
Owen Weingott
Barina
Graham Rouse
Varitch
Kevin Golsby
Butcher
Penny Sugg
Shirley
John Warwick
Inspector
Robert Bruning
Karl
Ruth Cracknell
Fortune Teller
Peter Carver
The Skipper
Brian Evis
CIA Man
Brian Moll
Father Leonard
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eddie Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- Eddie Davis
- Original Score
- Bob Young
- Original Title
- That Lady from Peking
- Country of Origin
- Australia, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Commonwealth United Entertainment, Goldsworthy
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eddie Davis
Eddie Davis
Bob Young
Mick von Bornemann
Anthony Buckley
Reginald Goldsworthy, Eddie Davis
Department Leadership Roster
Mick von Bornemann
Director of Photography
Eddie Davis
Writer
Anthony Buckley
Editor
Eddie Davis
Producer
Eddie Davis
Director
Peter Armstrong
Stunt Coordinator
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Frequently Asked Questions About That Lady from Peking
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What is That Lady from Peking about?
Max Foster (Carl Betz), an American newspaper reporter, is in Hong Kong to assist a defecting Russian diplomat. In return for arranging an escape, the diplomat must turn over to Foster a diary revealing the true events taking place in China. While making his escape, the defector is killed ant the diary vanishes. The reporter sets off on a search for it, from Hong Kong to Australia. The chase ends in an action-filled climax, with the journalist finally meeting up with "That Lady from Peking" (Nancy Kwan) - the diplomat's daughter.
Who directed That Lady from Peking?
That Lady from Peking was directed by Eddie Davis.
Who stars in That Lady from Peking?
The principal cast of That Lady from Peking includes Carl Betz, Nancy Kwan, Bobby Rydell, Sid Melton, Don Reid.
When was That Lady from Peking released and how long is it?
That Lady from Peking was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for That Lady from Peking?
The original motion picture soundtrack for That Lady from Peking was composed by Bob Young.