

The Crimson Kimono
1959-10-21 · 82 min · ★ 6.6
Two detectives clash over the hunt for a burlesque dancer’s killer in Los Angeles’ Japanese district.
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- Directors
- Samuel Fuller
- Production companies
- Globe Enterprises, Columbia Pictures
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Victoria ShawChristine Downs
James ShigetaDetective Joe Kojaku
Glenn CorbettDetective Sergeant Charlie Bancroft
Anna LeeMac
Paul DubovCasale
Jaclynne GreeneRoma
Neyle MorrowHansel
Gloria PallSugar Torch
Bob OkazakiGeorge Yoshinaga
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