China Smith
Series Overview
China Smith was a 1950s television adventure series starring Dan Duryea. The television show takes place in Singapore. Much of the cast and crew also worked on the film World for Ransom, which is considered an extension of the television program. Director Robert Aldrich had also directed two episodes of the series. The title character was a soldier of fortune wearing a white suit living in Singapore who would face danger and excitement every week. The series was made with a two-year gap; the first 26 episodes being filmed in Mexico, the second 26 episodes were shot in 1954-1955. In 1959 Daffy Duck played China Jones a parody of Duryea's character.
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2 Seasons • 52 Episodes
30 min per episode
1952 – 1952
Premiered: Tue, Jan 1, 1952
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Season 1, Episode 1: “The Bamboo Coffin”
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What is China Smith about?
China Smith was a 1950s television adventure series starring Dan Duryea. The television show takes place in Singapore. Much of the cast and crew also worked on the film World for Ransom, which is considered an extension of the television program. Director Robert Aldrich had also directed two episodes of the series. The title character was a soldier of fortune wearing a white suit living in Singapore who would face danger and excitement every week. The series was made with a two-year gap; the first 26 episodes being filmed in Mexico, the second 26 episodes were shot in 1954-1955. In 1959 Daffy Duck played China Jones a parody of Duryea's character.
How many seasons does China Smith have?
China Smith comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in China Smith?
Key cast members in China Smith include Dan Duryea.
Who created or directed China Smith?
China Smith was developed and directed by Not specified.