On a freighter going from San Francisco to Shanghai Mr. Moto solves mysteries caused by a gang of smugglers.


If you're in the mood for something that doesn't demand you think too hard, Think Fast, Mr. Moto is a solid pick. It's for the people who want a classic, black-and-white detective story that clocks in at a runtime that won't ruin your whole evening. If you need grit, massive stakes, or complex character arcs, you shoul...


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"If you're in the mood for something that doesn't demand you think too hard, Think Fast, Mr. Moto is a solid pick. It's for the people who want a classic, black-and-white detective story that clocks in at a runtime that won't ruin your whole evening. If you need grit, massive stakes, or complex character arcs, you should probably skip this one. It's not trying to change your life.Peter Lorre is just a delight here. He has this way of being in every room without actually taking up any space. He’s ..."

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Howard Ellis Smith, Norman Foster, Charles Kenyon, Wyllis Cooper, John P. Marquand
United States
Drama, Adventure, Thriller

1920 · IMDb —
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