The Buddhist Fist (1980)
Original title: 佛掌羅漢拳
The Buddhist Fist is a 1980 Chinese-language action movie directed by Yuen Woo-ping, with a running time of 1h 26m. It stars Tsui Siu-Ming, Chan Siu-Pang and Yuen Shun-Yi.
Two orphans raised by monks are taught divine secrets of kung fu. As adults, one chooses the path of the monks while the other opts for the outside world. Aspiring barber and experienced kung-fu fighter Shang learns that his childhood friend, Siu Ming, has been framed for murder by an unknown villain.When Shang begins looking into the crime, he soon finds himself the target of an assassination attempt. They reunite to find their missing godfather and seek vengeance on his kidnappers. Who is behind all these crimes, and can Shang stop them?
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What is The Buddhist Fist about?
Two orphans raised by monks are taught divine secrets of kung fu. As adults, one chooses the path of the monks while the other opts for the outside world. Aspiring barber and experienced kung-fu fighter Shang learns that his childhood friend, Siu Ming, has been framed for murder by an unknown villain.When Shang begins looking into the crime, he soon finds himself the target of an assassination attempt. They reunite to find their missing godfather and seek vengeance on his kidnappers. Who is behind all these crimes, and can Shang stop them?
When was The Buddhist Fist released?
The Buddhist Fist was released on 7 May 1980.
How long is The Buddhist Fist?
The Buddhist Fist runs 1h 26m.
Who made The Buddhist Fist?
The Buddhist Fist was directed by Yuen Woo-ping.
Where can I watch The Buddhist Fist?
The Buddhist Fist is available on Plex and Tubi TV.
Where to watch The Buddhist Fist
Cast
- Tsui Siu-Ming as Si Ming
- Chan Siu-Pang as The boys' Sifu
- Yuen Shun-Yi as Shang
- Fan Mei-Sheng
- Simon Yuen Siu-Tien as Sleeping monk
- Lee Hoi-Sang as Mr. Chen
- Peter Chan Lung as Yu
- Ho Pak-Kwong as Barber Shop owner
- Yuen Yat-Choh
- Addy Sung Gam-Loi as Fortune teller
- San Kuai as Hunchback, Liu Chow Mu
- Brandy Yuen Jan-Yeung as Beancurd seller, undercover cop