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The Chinese Parrot

1h 10m1927Paul Leni
IMDb: 5.0/10
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"«Mysterious, Baffling, Ominous, 'The Chinese Parrot'' held the secret of the priceless Phillmore pearls and the strange disappearance of a multimillionaire»"

The plot is motivated by a pearl necklace, which has caused the death and/or ruination of all its owners. The second screen appearance of detective Charlie Chan.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Chinese Parrot (1927) about?

The plot is motivated by a pearl necklace, which has caused the death and/or ruination of all its owners. The second screen appearance of detective Charlie Chan.

Who stars in The Chinese Parrot?

The Chinese Parrot stars Marian Nixon (Sally Phillmore), Hobart Bosworth (P.J. Madden), Florence Turner (Mrs. Phillmore), Sôjin Kamiyama (Charlie Chan), Slim Summerville (Prospector). The film was directed by Paul Leni.

How long is The Chinese Parrot?

The Chinese Parrot has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1927. It is rated N/A.

Is The Chinese Parrot worth watching?

The Chinese Parrot holds an IMDb rating of 5.0/10. Fans of Mystery, Crime are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch The Chinese Parrot?

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