
Charlie Chan in the Secret Service
The screen's most daring sleuth!
Directed by Phil Rosen
Produced by Monogram Pictures
A lighthearted 1940s mystery-comedy where a clever detective and his bumbling family solve a wartime murder, balancing wit with warmth.
Charlie Chan is an agent of the US government working in Washington DC and he is assigned to investigate the murder of the inventor of a highly advanced torpedo. Aiding Chan is his overeager but dull-witted son Tommy and his daughter Iris.
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Questions people ask
Is Charlie Chan in the Secret Service sad? Barely. Less sad than 89% of films.
Is Charlie Chan in the Secret Service easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 77% of films.
Does Charlie Chan in the Secret Service end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 70% of films.
Is Charlie Chan in the Secret Service violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Is Charlie Chan in the Secret Service scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
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Like Charlie Chan in the Secret Service
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Charlie Chan in the Secret Service
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Charlie Chan in the Secret Service, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Charlie Chan in the Secret Service, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Charlie Chan in the Secret Service, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.




























































