The Prodigal Son (1981)
Original title: 敗家仔
The Prodigal Son is a 1981 Chinese-language action movie directed by Sammo Hung Kam-Bo, with a running time of 1h 40m. It stars Yuen Biao, Frankie Chan Fan-Kei and Lam Ching-Ying.
A rich man's son believes himself to be the best kung fu fighter in Canton. Unfortunately, his father, anxious for his son's safety, bribes all his opponents to lose. After a humiliating defeat at the hands of an actor in a traveling theatre company, the son resolves to find a better teacher.
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What is The Prodigal Son about?
A rich man's son believes himself to be the best kung fu fighter in Canton. Unfortunately, his father, anxious for his son's safety, bribes all his opponents to lose. After a humiliating defeat at the hands of an actor in a traveling theatre company, the son resolves to find a better teacher.
When was The Prodigal Son released?
The Prodigal Son was released on 10 November 1981.
How long is The Prodigal Son?
The Prodigal Son runs 1h 40m.
Who made The Prodigal Son?
The Prodigal Son was directed by Sammo Hung Kam-Bo.
Where can I watch The Prodigal Son?
The Prodigal Son is available on ARROW and Darkroom.
Where to watch The Prodigal Son
Cast
- Yuen Biao as Leung Chang
- Frankie Chan Fan-Kei as Ngai Fei
- Lam Ching-Ying as Leung Yee-Tai
- Sammo Hung Kam-Bo as Wong Wa-Po
- Peter Chan Lung as Yee Tung Choi
- Paul Chung Fat as Mr Law
- Dick Wei as Mr Suen
- Wai Pak as Au Ru Kwai
- Chin Yuet-Sang as Kungfu Teacher
- Lee Hoi-Sang as Kungfu Teacher
- Wu Ma as Brick Man
- James Tien Chun as Broken Right Arm Fighter