The Fatal Hour (1940)
Description:
When a police officer is murdered, Captain Street looks to Mr. Wong to catch the killer. Prime Suspect: Frank Belden Jr., whose father is a businessman well known for both his success and dishonesty. Mr. Wong faces increasing danger and is nearly executed himself as the investigation develops in treachery and complexity. As Mr. Wong follows the trail of dead bodies, he uncovers a jewel smuggling ring on the San Francisco waterfront and a case much larger than the death of a police officer.
Director: William Nigh
Producer: william nigh
Content Rating:
User Reviews: Mixed (base on 104 reviews)
Published Date: 2026-04-01 22:26:36
Genre:
Mystery
Thriller
Crime
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User Reviews
koji shima
Predictable storyline with no real surprises.
peter bogdanovich
Poor editing made the scenes feel disconnected.
bruce mitchell
Predictable storyline with no real surprises.
connie rasinski
Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.
ted post
Inconsistent tone that made it hard to follow.
alan james
The dialogue didn't feel natural.
howard hughes
Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.
steve sekely
I found it difficult to stay invested.
stuart heisler
The ending felt rushed and unsatisfying.
joseph santley
Uninspired direction and forgettable characters.
william wyler
Loved the characters and the emotional depth.
Jeff McCartney
Emotional moments didn't land the way they were meant to.
leopold lindtberg
A satisfying ending that ties everything together.
charles chaplin
A memorable soundtrack that fit perfectly.
michael curtiz
An absolute masterpiece. Brilliant performances and direction.
james cruze
Loved the characters and the emotional depth.
harry winer
Solid direction and a clear creative vision.
kinji fukasaku
Uninspired direction and forgettable characters.
martyn burke
A heartwarming story that stays with you long after the credits roll.
walter lang
Amazing movie! A must-watch for everyone.