The Lizard (1972)
Original title: 壁虎
The Lizard is a 1972 Chinese-language action movie directed by Chor Yuen, with a running time of 1h 41m. It stars Lo Lieh, Elliot Ngok Wah and Connie Chan Po-Chu.
He steals from the rich and gives to the poor! Like Robin Hood, the title hero of The Lizard is a philanthropic thief, except the Lizard makes his rounds in 1930s Shanghai. Corrupt police chief Chen Can (Law Lit) is assigned to bring down the Lizard to appease the sinister Japanese forces, but the Lizard constantly eludes his grasp. Little does Chen Can know that the wily thief actually works for him! The Lizard's true identity is the mousy Cheng Long (Ngok Wah), who dons a mask and takes to the streets to spread his righteous message.
Quick answers
What is The Lizard about?
He steals from the rich and gives to the poor! Like Robin Hood, the title hero of The Lizard is a philanthropic thief, except the Lizard makes his rounds in 1930s Shanghai. Corrupt police chief Chen Can (Law Lit) is assigned to bring down the Lizard to appease the sinister Japanese forces, but the Lizard constantly eludes his grasp. Little does Chen Can know that the wily thief actually works for him! The Lizard's true identity is the mousy Cheng Long (Ngok Wah), who dons a mask and takes to the streets to spread his righteous message.
When was The Lizard released?
The Lizard was released on 1 November 1972.
How long is The Lizard?
The Lizard runs 1h 41m.
Who made The Lizard?
The Lizard was directed by Chor Yuen.
Cast
- Lo Lieh as Chief Chen Can
- Elliot Ngok Wah as Cheng Long / Brother Dumb
- Connie Chan Po-Chu as Yo Xiao Ju
- Yang Chi-Ching as Yo Tien Biao
- Ku Wen-Chung as Director of Police Jia
- Lydia Shum Tin-Ha as Director Jia's Wife
- Yuen Woo-ping as Casino Thug
- Gam Tin-Chue as Party guest
- Ricky Hui Koon-Ying as Policeman
- Michelle Yim as Casino gambler
- Wu Ma as Niu Xiao Shan
- Yuen Yat-Choh as Casino Thug