The Spiritual Boxer
神打
Synopsis
Wang Yu plays Hsiao Chien, a con artist vagabond who uses his kung fu skills and parlor tricks to convince superstitious villagers that he can use his body as a vessel for angry gods. However, when the villagers are threatened by a hostile force, Chien must learn to use his skills to protect the innocent.
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The Spiritual Boxer (1975) Shaw Brothers **Official Trailer** 神打Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-07-02
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Wong Yu
Hsiao Chien
Lin Chen-Chi
Jin Lian
Chiang Yang
Master Chi Keung
Shih Chung-Tien
Liu Deruei
Fung Hak-On
Liu Deruei's Main Thug
Lee Hoi-Sang
Shum
Ng Hong-Sang
Jiu
Ai Fei
Ah Jin
Chan Shen
Master Lin
Teresa Ha Ping
Lin's Wife
Chan Mei-Hua
Peony, Lin's Daughter
Wong Ching-Ho
Mr. Chen
Keung Hon
Liu Yung
Lee Sau-Kei
Innkeeper
Shum Lo
Bun / Noodle Stall Boss
Tin Ching
Eunuch Li Lien Ying
Chen Kuan-Tai
Yi Wo's Spiritual Boxer in Intro
Ti Lung
Yi Wo's Spiritual Boxer in Intro
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lau Kar-leung
- Screenplay & Story
- Ni Kuang
- Original Score
- Frankie Chan Fan-Kei
- Original Title
- 神打
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- Shaw Brothers
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lau Kar-leung
Ni Kuang
Frankie Chan Fan-Kei
Kuang Han-Lu
Norman Wong Chi-Hung, David Wu
Runme Shaw
Department Leadership Roster
Lau Kar-leung
Director
Runme Shaw
Producer
Norman Wong Chi-Hung
Editor
Kuang Han-Lu
Director of Photography
David Wu
Editor
Liu Chi-Yu
Costume Design
Frankie Chan Fan-Kei
Original Music Composer
Ni Kuang
Writer
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Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Spiritual Boxer
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What is The Spiritual Boxer about?
Wang Yu plays Hsiao Chien, a con artist vagabond who uses his kung fu skills and parlor tricks to convince superstitious villagers that he can use his body as a vessel for angry gods. However, when the villagers are threatened by a hostile force, Chien must learn to use his skills to protect the innocent.
Who directed The Spiritual Boxer?
The Spiritual Boxer was directed by Lau Kar-leung.
Who stars in The Spiritual Boxer?
The principal cast of The Spiritual Boxer includes Wong Yu, Lin Chen-Chi, Chiang Yang, Shih Chung-Tien, Fung Hak-On.
When was The Spiritual Boxer released and how long is it?
The Spiritual Boxer was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
Who composed the musical score for The Spiritual Boxer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Spiritual Boxer was composed by Frankie Chan Fan-Kei.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Spiritual Boxer?
The Spiritual Boxer holds official age classifications: FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.).