Shanghai Lady
“Footloose Beauty in the Dens of the Orient!”
Synopsis
Having spent several wasted months in a Shanghai opium dem, former prostitute Cassie Cook yearns to start her life afresh. Likewise, ex-convict Badlands McKinney also wants to clean up his act.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 17, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John S. Robertson
- Screenplay & Story
- John Colton, Daisy H. Andrews, Houston Branch, Winifred Reeve
- Original Score
- Sam Perry
- Original Title
- Shanghai Lady
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John S. Robertson
John Colton, Daisy H. Andrews, Houston Branch, Winifred Reeve
Sam Perry
Hal Mohr
Milton Carruth
John S. Robertson, Carl Laemmle Jr.
Department Leadership Roster
John S. Robertson
Director
Milton Carruth
Editor
Houston Branch
Writer
Winifred Reeve
Writer
John S. Robertson
Producer
Sam Perry
Original Music Composer
Carl Laemmle Jr.
Producer
Hal Mohr
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shanghai Lady
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Shanghai Lady about?
Having spent several wasted months in a Shanghai opium dem, former prostitute Cassie Cook yearns to start her life afresh. Likewise, ex-convict Badlands McKinney also wants to clean up his act.
Who directed Shanghai Lady?
Shanghai Lady was directed by John S. Robertson.
Who stars in Shanghai Lady?
The principal cast of Shanghai Lady includes Mary Nolan, James Murray, Lydia Yeamans Titus, Wheeler Oakman, Anders Randolf.
When was Shanghai Lady released and how long is it?
Shanghai Lady was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.
Who composed the musical score for Shanghai Lady?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Shanghai Lady was composed by Sam Perry.