Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: N/A
Type: Scripted
Rating: 0.0/10
China Smith
Overview
China Smith was a 1950s television adventure series starring Dan Duryea. The television show takes place in Singapore. Much of the cast and crew also worked on the film World for Ransom, which is considered an extension of the television program. Director Robert Aldrich had also directed two episodes of the series. The title character was a soldier of fortune wearing a white suit living in Singapore who would face danger and excitement every week. The series was made with a two-year gap; the first 26 episodes being filmed in Mexico, the second 26 episodes were shot in 1954-1955. In 1959 Daffy Duck played China Jones a parody of Duryea's character.
This production, originally released in 1952, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 0.0 across its 2 seasons.
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- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Seasons
Season 1
26 Episodes • Aired 1952-01-01
No season overview provided for this season.
Season 2
26 Episodes • Aired TBA
No season overview provided for this season.