The Chinese Ring (1947)

In the heart of San Francisco, the Chan household receives an unexpected visit. The enigmatic Princess Mei Ling, refusing to disclose her identity, hands over her ring to the ever-resourceful Birmingham Brown as a token for Charlie Chan. As the renowned detective is summoned, a sinister figure lurks in the shadows, launching a deadly dart at the resplendent princess. With her dying breath, she manages to etch the name "Captain K" onto a piece of paper. Upon the arrival of the authorities, Charlie finds himself in a puzzling predicament, unaware of the identity of the murdered royal visitor. Yet, he vows to unravel this mystery. He soon uncovers that Princess Mei Ling had embarked on her journey to America with a mission - to procure airplanes worth one million dollars for the Chinese fight for freedom. However, the money has mysteriously vanished, and a nefarious plot may be underway to redirect the planes into the clutches of the enemy. In the midst of this intricate web of intrigue, Charlie grapples with his own personal upheavals. His Number Two Son has inexplicably altered his name from Jimmy to Tommy, once his Number Three son. Moreover, Charlie, once a celebrated Honolulu Police Detective and then a Detective on Loan to the United States Secret Service, finds himself jobless and distanced from his once bustling family, now dwelling in San Francisco. Despite these odds, the question lingers - Can Charlie, against the backdrop of his personal chaos, decipher the identity of the villains and crack the case? With his legendary detective skills and unwavering determination, Charlie delves into this labyrinth of deception to uncover the truth.

The Chinese Ring is a crime movie featuring Roland Winters and directed by William Beaudine.

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