Shaolin Temple
少林寺
Synopsis
The Tang emperor is betrayed by one of his generals, who installs himself as emperor in the East Capital. The son of one of his slave workers escapes to the Shaolin Temple, learns kung fu, and sets out to kill the traitor who killed his father.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
The Shaolin Temple (1982) original trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-08-29
Top Cast
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Jet Li
Gong Yuen (Jue Yuan)
Yu Hai
Master Tan Chuang
Yu Chenghui
General Wang Ren Ze
Ding Lan
Bai Wuxia (Wu Sha)
Hu Jian-Qiang
Wu Kong
Sun Jiankui
Se Kong (Shih Kung)
Liu Huai-Liang
Liao Kong
Ji Chunhua
Chain Gang Guard Tu Ying
Zhang Jianwen
Abbot Fang Zhang
Yan Di-Hua
Abbot Seng Zhi
Wong Kwong-Kuen
Li Shi Min
Du Chuan-Yang
Wei Kong
Chui Chi-Keung
Xuan Kong
Xun Feng
Dao Kong
Pan Han-Guang
Zhi Cao
Henry Fong Ping
Hui Neng
Jiang Hongbo
Hui Yin
Shan Qi Bo Tong
Hui Yang
Release History & Theatrical Window
Beijing International Film Festival (4K Restored Version)
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$16.2M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cheung Sing-Yim
- Screenplay & Story
- Sit Hau, Lo Siu-Cheung
- Original Score
- Wong Lap-Ping
- Original Title
- 少林寺
- Country of Origin
- China, Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Worldwide Gross
- $16.2M
- Production Studios
- Chung Yuen Motion Picture Co.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cheung Sing-Yim
Sit Hau, Lo Siu-Cheung
Wong Lap-Ping
Chau Pak-Ling, Liu Feng-Lin
Wong Ting, Koo Chi-Wai, Cheung Sing-Yim
Liao Yi-Yuan
Department Leadership Roster
Wong Ting
Editor
Koo Chi-Wai
Editor
Wong Kwai-Ping
Costume Design
Cheung Sing-Yim
Director
Liao Yi-Yuan
Producer
Chau Pak-Ling
Director of Photography
Sit Hau
Screenplay
Lo Siu-Cheung
Screenplay
Liu Feng-Lin
Director of Photography
Li Yan-Wen
Costume Design
Tang Wen
Costume Design
Cheung Sing-Yim
Editor
Lee Yuk-Wai
Editor
Wong Lap-Ping
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shaolin Temple
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Shaolin Temple about?
The Tang emperor is betrayed by one of his generals, who installs himself as emperor in the East Capital. The son of one of his slave workers escapes to the Shaolin Temple, learns kung fu, and sets out to kill the traitor who killed his father.
Who directed Shaolin Temple?
Shaolin Temple was directed by Cheung Sing-Yim.
Who stars in Shaolin Temple?
The principal cast of Shaolin Temple includes Jet Li, Yu Hai, Yu Chenghui, Ding Lan, Hu Jian-Qiang.
When was Shaolin Temple released and how long is it?
Shaolin Temple was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
How much did Shaolin Temple make at the box office?
Shaolin Temple grossed $16.2M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Shaolin Temple?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Shaolin Temple was composed by Wong Lap-Ping.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Shaolin Temple?
Shaolin Temple holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: TP.