Who Killed the Captain’s Best Friend? – Mr. Wong: The Fatal Hour (1940) 🎬 – Refurbished Movie

The Fatal Hour (1940)

Directed by: William Nigh
Writers: Scott Darling, George Waggner, Hugh Wiley
Starring: Boris Karloff, Marjorie Reynolds, Grant Withers

Runtime: 1h 8m
Genre: Mystery, Crime
IMDb Rating: 5.4/10

Plot Summary:
When the best friend of Captain Street is murdered, Chinese detective James Lee Wong joins the investigation alongside an ambitious newspaper reporter. As the clues begin to emerge, Wong uncovers a web of deception, hidden motives, and dangerous secrets in a race to bring the killer to justice. Starring Boris Karloff, this is another entertaining entry in the classic Mr. Wong mystery series.

Historical Note: This film is presented in its original form for preservation purposes and may contain outdated cultural portrayals, casting practices, or attitudes reflective of its era.

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