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Drums of Fu Manchu
“CRUEL, INSIDIOUS IN HIS MAD SCHEME TO CONQUER ASIA!”
6.3 / 10• 1940• 4h 29m•NR• English
FantasyHorrorScience FictionAction
Storyline
The nefarious Dr. Fu Manchu searches for the keys to the tomb of Genghis Khan, in order to fulfill a prophecy that will enable him to conquer the world. His nemesi, Dr. Nayland Smith and his associates fight to keep the evil doctor from getting his hands on the keys. In 1943 the serial was edited together into a feature movie also called Drums of Fu Manchu.
Cast & Crew
Henry Brandon
Dr. Fu Man Chu
Lead
William Royle
Sir Dennis Nayland Smith
Robert Kellard
Allan Parker
Luana Walters
Mary Randolph
Olaf Hytten
Dr. Petrie
Tom Chatterton
Prof. Randolph
Gloria Franklin
Fah-Lo-Suee
John Merton
Loki
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. John English's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Drums of Fu Manchu is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
