Murder Over New York (1940) – Colorized Edition
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Synopsis
“Murder Over New York” (1940), now colorized, is a riveting Charlie Chan mystery film that takes detective brilliance to the bustling streets of New York City. Directed by H. Bruce Humberstone, this film stars Sidney Toler as the legendary detective Charlie Chan, who is called to investigate a murder aboard a passenger plane.
The story centers around Chan’s investigation of the death of a man on a transcontinental flight. The victim, a prominent businessman, is found dead in a locked compartment, and his killer seems to have vanished into thin air. Chan’s sharp wit and keen observation lead him to suspect that the murder is connected to a larger conspiracy involving spies, criminals, and hidden motives. With his son Lee Chan (portrayed by Sen Yung) and his trusted assistant Birmingham Brown (played by Mantan Moreland), Charlie must unravel a complex web of clues and deceit before more lives are lost.
The colorized edition of “Murder Over New York” brings new vibrancy to the thrilling air travel setting and captures the tense atmosphere of a detective story set in the 1940s. Packed with intrigue, suspense, and unexpected twists, this film is a classic example of Charlie Chan’s ability to solve even the most perplexing cases.
Cast and Crew
Director: H. Bruce Humberstone
Producer: Harlan Thompson
Screenplay: Sidney Sutherland
Cast:
Sidney Toler as Charlie Chan
Sen Yung as Lee Chan
Mantan Moreland as Birmingham Brown
William Lundigan as Jim Fiske
Joan Woodbury as Jane Pomeroy
Charles Bickford as Lt. Steve Norris
Ernest Truex as Mr. Pomeroy
Cinematography: Allen G. Siegler
Music: Edward J. Kay
Editing: Frank Sullivan
Production Company: 20th Century Fox
Release Date: 1940
Runtime: 63 minutes
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