Mr. Moto's Gamble

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Russ G An accidental "cross-over" movie that was written as a Charlie Chan installment then had scenes reshot. At least that's according to some semi-reliable accounts. Mr. Moto lectures a class of budding criminologists on crime-busting science and Charlie's Number One Son becomes his star pupil. The always serviceable Harold Huber is once again filling the role of a cop. The plot line features another inventive twist on a method of homicide. Peter Lorre portrays the East Asian detective in yellowface and thick glasses. None of the actors portraying the pro boxers are convincing and the staged matches aren't realistic, but none of that is central to the plot. Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 04/06/25 Full Review Audience Member A Chan meets a Moto--Moto and Boxing!! Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/22/23 Full Review Audience Member not the strongest of the series Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/27/23 Full Review Audience Member A pretty good film in the Mr. Moto series. The plot felt a little complicated at times, but it was enjoyable overall. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/18/23 Full Review Audience Member Mr. Moto is somewhat out of character but he does get to meet up with Charlie Chan's number one son, Lee (Keye Luke). It's a simple little ringside mystery. Be sure to look for Lon Chaney Jr. before he made it big in a bit part as a goon. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/25/23 Full Review Audience Member Very likable Peter Lorre as Mr. Moto.-- Could not follow motive except the killer protecting his daughter! Oops I gave away the ending!--Still enjoyed some laughs in this old crime drama. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/23/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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