Roar of the Dragon (1932): Cast
Roar of the Dragon is a 1932 romantic adventure film directed by Wesley Ruggles, starring C. Henry Gordon as Voronsky, Wong Chung and Richard Dix. It runs 1 hour 9 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 9m (69 min)
- Director
- Wesley Ruggles
- Original language
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English - Studio
- RKO Radio Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Roar of the Dragon About?
The premise of Roar of the Dragon without spoilers.
Stranded in Manchuria, a dangerously diverse group of Western travelers takes shelter in a fortified inn after Russian renegade Voronsky’s bandits ravage the countryside. Captain Carson, who commanded the boat, becomes involved with a woman claimed by Voronsky. Inside, he must manage personalities, uncover hidden spies, and fend off the gang outside.
Roar of the Dragon Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- attack
- one man army
- ambush
- rifle
- machine gun
- pistol
- horse
- battle
- violence
- shootout
- gunfight
- kiss
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- love interest
- hero
- blonde
- blonde woman
- villain
- standoff
- bolt action rifle
- revolver
- radio
- bandit
- manchuria
- spy
- russian
- evil man
- ship owner
- animal in title
- boy
- united states of america
- male female relationship
- 1930s
- water
- tourist
- starvation
- siege
- sexual harassment
- self sacrifice
- sea captain
- revenge
- raid
- paddlewheel boat
- orphan
- murder
- machine
- looting
- knife
- kidnapping
- jew
- hotel
Roar of the Dragon Cast & Characters
C. Henry Gordon leads the cast as Voronsky, with Wong Chung as Voronsky Henchman (uncredited) and Richard Dix as Carson. Directed by Wesley Ruggles; 22 actors are credited in all.
- Director Wesley Ruggles
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C. Henry Gordon as Voronsky - Wong Chung as Voronsky Henchman (uncredited)
- Richard Dix as Carson
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Edward Everett Horton as Busby
Also Starring in Roar of the Dragon
· 18 more- George Magrill Sailor
- Zasu Pitts Gabby Woman
- Dave O'Brien Submarine Crewman
- Peter Brocco Wireless Operator
- Willie Fung Chinese Sailor with Rifle
- Michael Mark Wounded Informant
- Jessie Arnold Schoolteacher
- James P. Burtis Mike - First Mate
- Will Stanton Sailor Sam
- Dudley Digges Johnson
- Tetsu Komai Messenger on Horseback
- Arline Judge Hortense O'Dare
- William Orlamond Dr. Pransnitz
- Arthur Stone Sholem
- James Wang Hotel Proprietor
- Toshia Mori Chinese Proprietor's Daughter
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- Henry Guttman Sailor
- Gwili Andre Natascha
More from Wesley Ruggles
More films directed by Wesley Ruggles, best-rated first: True Confession, No Man of Her Own, Cimarron and See Here, Private Hargrove.
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Roar of the Dragon FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Roar of the Dragon, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Roar of the Dragon?
Roar of the Dragon runs 1 hour 9 minutes (69 minutes).
When was Roar of the Dragon released?
Roar of the Dragon was released on July 8, 1932.
Who directed Roar of the Dragon?
Roar of the Dragon was directed by Wesley Ruggles.
More films by Wesley Ruggles Who is in the cast of Roar of the Dragon?
Roar of the Dragon stars C. Henry Gordon as Voronsky, Wong Chung as Voronsky Henchman (uncredited) and Richard Dix as Carson, among 22 credited actors.
Does Roar of the Dragon have a post-credit scene?
No. Roar of the Dragon has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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