This opens up with the most anachronistic scene you're ever likely to see in a "Charlie Chan" film. Him, mama and his thirteen (is that a lucky number?) all around the dinner table excitedly awaiting the arrival of the first grandchild. Whilst "Pop" - for the first time played by Sidney Toler - is suitably distracted, No.2 son "Jimmy" (Victor Sen Yung) manages to get in way over his head impersonating his father on…
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Sidney Toler
Charlie Chan
Phyllis Brooks
Judy Hayes
Victor Sen Yung
James Chan
Eddie Collins
Al Hogan
John 'Dusty' King
Randolph
Claire Dodd
Mrs. Carol Wayne
George Zucco
Dr. Cardigan
Robert Barrat
Captain Johnson
Marc Lawrence
Johnny McCoy
Richard Lane
Joe Arnold
Ruth Clifford
Nurse
Layne Tom Jr.
Tommy Chan
Philip Ahn
Wing Foo
Paul Harvey
Inspector Rawlins
Grace Lem
Mama Chan (uncredited)
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FAQ about Charlie Chan in Honolulu
What is Charlie Chan in Honolulu about?
While Charlie is distracted with the birth of his first grandchild, son Jimmy impersonates his father in order to investigate a murder aboard a freighter in the harbor.
When was Charlie Chan in Honolulu released?
Charlie Chan in Honolulu was released in 1938.
What genres does Charlie Chan in Honolulu belong to?
Charlie Chan in Honolulu is categorised as Mystery, Crime, Comedy, Thriller.
Who stars in Charlie Chan in Honolulu?
The cast of Charlie Chan in Honolulu includes Sidney Toler, Phyllis Brooks, Victor Sen Yung, Eddie Collins, John 'Dusty' King.