Shanghai Surprise
A romantic adventure for the dangerous at heart.
Glendon Wasey is a fortune hunter looking for a fast track out of China. Gloria Tatlock is a missionary nurse seeking the curing powers of opium for her patients. Fate sets them on a hectic, exotic, and even romantic quest for stolen drugs. But they are up against every thug and smuggler in Shangai.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Shanghai Surprise
- Genres: Romance, Adventure, Crime, Comedy
- Release Date: 1986-08-29
- Runtime: 97 minutes
- Rating: 4.2/10 (92 votes)
- Budget: $17,000,000
- Revenue: $2,315,683
- Production Companies: Handmade Films, The Vista Organization
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.3948
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Sean Penn
as Glendon Wasey
Madonna
as Gloria Tatlock
Paul Freeman
as Walter Faraday
Richard Griffiths
as Willie Tuttle
Clyde Kusatsu
as Joe Go
Philip Sayer
as Justin Kronk
Lim Kay Tong
as Mei Gan
Victor Wong Chi-Keung
as Ho Chong
Professor Toru Tanaka
as Yamagani San
Michael Aldridge
as Mr. Burns
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Shanghai Surprise (1986) - Original Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shanghai Surprise?▼
Shanghai Surprise is a Romance, Adventure, Crime, Comedy movie directed by . It was released on 1986-08-29.
Who are the main actors in Shanghai Surprise?▼
The main cast includes Sean Penn, Madonna, Paul Freeman, Richard Griffiths, Clyde Kusatsu, .
Where can I watch Shanghai Surprise online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Shanghai Surprise is available.
Is Shanghai Surprise based on a true story?▼
A romantic adventure for the dangerous at heart.
What is the IMDb rating of Shanghai Surprise?▼
Shanghai Surprise has an IMDb rating of 4.2/10 based on 92 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Shanghai Surprise?▼
The movie had a production budget of $17,000,000 and earned $2,315,683 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Shanghai Surprise?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Handmade Films, The Vista Organization. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Shanghai Surprise filmed?▼
Shanghai Surprise was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Shanghai Surprise?▼
The total runtime of Shanghai Surprise is 97 minutes.
Is Shanghai Surprise suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Shanghai Surprise?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Shanghai Surprise.
Does Shanghai Surprise have a post-credit scene?▼
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