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Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum

NR1h 3m1940Lynn Shores
IMDb: 7.1/10
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"FOUR TIMES IN 18 EERIE MINUTES CHARLIE CHAN FACES DEATH! -- Death from a poison dart! -- Death from a streaking bullet! -- Death from a gleaming dagger!"

A wax museum run by a demented doctor contains statues of such crime figures as Jack the Ripper and Bluebeard. In addition to making wax statues the doctor performs plastic surgery. It is here that an arch fiend takes refuge.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum (1940) about?

A wax museum run by a demented doctor contains statues of such crime figures as Jack the Ripper and Bluebeard. In addition to making wax statues the doctor performs plastic surgery. It is here that an arch fiend takes refuge.

Who stars in Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum?

Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum stars Sidney Toler (Charlie Chan), Victor Sen Yung (Jimmy Chan), C. Henry Gordon (Dr. Cream), Marc Lawrence (Steve McBirney), Eddie Marr (Henchman Grenock). The film was directed by Lynn Shores.

How long is Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum?

Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1940. It is rated NR.

Is Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum worth watching?

Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum holds an IMDb rating of 7.1/10. Fans of Crime, Mystery, Thriller are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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