---
title: "The Shanghai Cobra"
year: 1945
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-shanghai-cobra-1945"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 38465
imdb_id: "tt0038080"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 64
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 21
content_rating: "NR"
---

# The Shanghai Cobra (1945) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-shanghai-cobra-1945

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Shanghai Cobra is a film first released in 1945. Catalogued under Mystery, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Monogram Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Phil Karlson
- **Networks / Studios**: Monogram Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sidney Toler** as *Charlie Chan*
- **Benson Fong** as *Tommy Chan*
- **Mantan Moreland** as *Birmingham Brown*
- **James Cardwell** as *Ned Stewart*
- **Joan Barclay** as *Paula Webb*
- **Walter Fenner** as *Police Inspector Harry Davis*
- **Roy Gordon** as *Walter Fletcher*
- **Arthur Loft** as *Bradford Harris*
- **Addison Richards** as *John Adams*
- **Janet Warren** as *Record Machine Operator*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Shanghai Cobra online?
The Shanghai Cobra is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player, Hoopla. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Shanghai Cobra worth watching?
The Shanghai Cobra holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 21 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Mystery, Thriller for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Shanghai Cobra and when was it released?
The Shanghai Cobra is a feature film with a runtime of 64 minutes. It was released in 1945. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Shanghai Cobra?
The Shanghai Cobra was directed by Phil Karlson.

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