Charlie Chan at the Wax Museum

World-renowned detective Charlie Chan analyzes the case with calm insight, uncovering inconsistencies and following a trail of clues to reveal the truth. He suspects the setup surrounding the Rocke case and actively works to outsmart the conspirators. In the climax, Chan unmasks and captures the killer, exposing the scheme behind the museum ruse.

Chan’s son and ally, Jimmy secretly investigates the wax museum without his father’s knowledge. His curiosity and stealth provide additional eyes on the ground, helping to uncover hidden aspects of the plot. His presence adds a sense of familial loyalty to the pursuit of justice.

A crooked 'facial surgeon' who runs the secret mob hideout inside the wax museum. He alters McBirney’s appearance to facilitate revenge and manipulation. Cream is the mastermind behind the disguise operations and the orchestrator of the plan that leads to the staged broadcast and murder.

A convicted murderer who escapes and seeks revenge. His appearance is altered to help him slip through the investigation, and he becomes a central pawn in the mob’s plan. McBirney’s actions escalate the danger, culminating in a deadly confrontation.

A physician who testifies in the Rocke case and becomes entangled in the museum scheme. He changes seats during a staged broadcast, attracting fatal attention as a puncture wound ends his life. His testimony helps Chan uncover the truth behind the frame-up.

Cream’s assistant who becomes part of the intricate ruse. She helps manage the deception around the broadcast and the hidden operations, contributing to the air of mystery surrounding the museum.

A client represented by Carter Lane in the Rocke case, whose fate is intertwined with the museum scheme. Her involvement frames the legal stakes in the pursuit of truth and justice.

The attorney barging in to represent Mrs. Rocke, challenging the established narrative and pushing for a courtroom view of the events. Lane’s presence adds a legal pressure point to the unfolding mystery.

The museum’s night watchman who is duped into triggering the switch that sets off the fatal sequence. His role demonstrates how ordinary staff can be swept into a larger criminal scheme.

An inspector involved in the investigation, whose observations help steer the pursuit of the culprit. He works alongside Chan to untangle the web of lies surrounding the Rocke case.

The prosecuting attorney whose role is central to the courtroom drama linked to the Rocke case. His involvement marks the legal pressure that complements the detective work.