---
title: "Castle in the Desert"
year: 1942
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/castle-in-the-desert-1942"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 29328
imdb_id: "tt0034586"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 62
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 20
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Castle in the Desert (1942) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/castle-in-the-desert-1942

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Castle in the Desert is a film first released in 1942. Catalogued under Crime, Mystery, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by 20th Century Fox. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Harry Lachman
- **Networks / Studios**: 20th Century Fox

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sidney Toler** as *Charlie Chan*
- **Victor Sen Yung** as *Jimmy Chan*
- **Lenita Lane** as *Lucy Borgia Manderley*
- **Douglass Dumbrille** as *Paul Manderley*
- **Steven Geray** as *Dr. Retling*
- **Edmund MacDonald** as *Walter Hartford*
- **Arleen Whelan** as *Brenda Hartford*
- **Ethel Griffies** as *Mme. Saturnia, aka Lizzie*
- **Henry Daniell** as *Watson King*
- **Richard Derr** as *Carl Detheridge*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Castle in the Desert online?
Castle in the Desert is currently available to watch or stream on Pluto TV. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Castle in the Desert worth watching?
Castle in the Desert holds a community rating of 7.1/10 based on 20 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Mystery for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Castle in the Desert and when was it released?
Castle in the Desert is a feature film with a runtime of 62 minutes. It was released in 1942. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Castle in the Desert?
Castle in the Desert was directed by Harry Lachman.

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