Apple TVThe Amazing Chan and the Chan Clan (1972)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Viewer Rating
Rating: 5.8
Overview
The Amazing Chan and the Chan Clan is a 1972 TV series made by Australia's Eric Porter Studios for American Hanna-Barbera Studios and CBS. It premiered shortly after what would have been Charlie Chan creator Earl Derr Biggers' 88th birthday. The voice of Mr. Chan, Keye Luke is the only actor of Chinese ancestry to play the title character in any screen adaptation.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Google Play
Prime VideoBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Overview
The Amazing Chan and the Chan Clan is a 1972 TV series made by Australia's Eric Porter Studios for American Hanna-Barbera Studios and CBS. It premiered shortly after what would have been Charlie Chan creator Earl Derr Biggers' 88th birthday. The voice of Mr. Chan, Keye Luke is the only actor of Chinese ancestry to play the title character in any screen adaptation.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVGoogle PlayPrime VideoDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
The film's central subject matter is an apolitical family-oriented mystery, and its narrative solution emphasizes universal values like teamwork and intellect rather than specific political ideologies.
This animated series centers on an Asian family, providing visible diversity in its main cast. The lead character is voiced by an actor of Chinese-American heritage. The narrative, however, does not explicitly critique traditional identities or feature strong DEI themes, focusing instead on lighthearted mystery-solving.
Secondary
The animated series 'The Amazing Chan and the Chan Clan' does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. Its narrative is centered on family-friendly mystery-solving, and there are no elements within the show that address queer identity or experiences.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
The animated series features Charlie Chan, who remains male, and his ten children. While Charlie Chan had children in prior canon, the specific members of the 'Chan Clan' in this show are largely new creations for this adaptation, not established characters whose gender was altered.
The animated series features Charlie Chan, a character canonically established as Chinese. The show's portrayal, including the voice acting by Keye Luke, aligns with the character's original race, rather than altering it.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
5.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.3
5.4
Critic Ratings
N/A
N/A
More Like This
Leans Progressive
7.3
Kiff: The Haunting of Miss McGravy's House
(2024)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Center
6.7
Scrat in Love
(2009)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Leans Traditional
7.0
Strawberry Shortcake: Best Pets Yet
(2004)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Progressive
7.4
The Little Guy
(2022)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Center
7.0
Lego Disney Princess: Villains Unite
(2025)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Female Combat: Yes
Leans Progressive
6.7
Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous: Hidden Adventure
(2022)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
LGBTQ: Positive
Leans Traditional
7.4
The Fight for the Fox Box
(2003)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Center
6.7
Strawberry Shortcake: Adventures on Ice Cream Island
(2004)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Center
6.8
Phineas and Ferb: Mission Marvel
(2013)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Leans Traditional
6.8
101 Dalmatians: The Further Adventures of Thunderbolt
(2015)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Center
8.2
Snorks: Bubbles of Fun
(1987)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Traditional
6.8
Centurions
(1986)
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
6.8
Flash Gordon: The Greatest Adventure of All
(1982)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
7.0
Jiminy Cricket's Christmas
(1983)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Center
7.3
The Adventures of Robin Hoodnik
(1972)
Political: Leans Left
Diversity: Low
Traditional
7.3
The City That Forgot About Christmas
(1974)
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low
Center
6.6
Strawberry Shortcake: Get Well Adventure
(2003)
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Leans Traditional
7.3
Strawberry Shortcake: Berry, Merry Christmas
(2003)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Leans Traditional
6.8
A Charlie Brown Celebration
(1982)
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Traditional
6.7
Here Comes Peter Cottontail
(1971)
Political: Leans Right
Diversity: Low