Captain China
The title character, played by John Payne, is a ship's captain whose embittered behavior after losing his lady love seemingly leads to tragedy. Accused of deliberately scuttling his ship during a typhoon, Captain China hopes to clear himself by signing on as a common seaman on a vessel captain by his former first mate Brendensen. There's no love lost between the two men, and their mutual animosity is intensified when both fall in love with beautiful passenger.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1950 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Romance |
| Director | Lewis R. Foster |
| Runtime | 97 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.5/10 (6 votes) |
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Captain China has mixed reviews with a rating of 5.5/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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A classic from 1950. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
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