The 36th Chamber of Shaolin
少林三十六房
“He who struggles initially, might succeed eventually, and even finally.”
Synopsis
During the Qing Dynasty, a fishmonger is killed by the reigning Manchu government for supporting the anti-government movement; his son manages to escape to Shaolin Temple, where he plans to learn its secretive brand of martial arts to seek revenge.
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The 36th Chamber of Shaolin (1978) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
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Top Cast
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Gordon Liu
Liu Yu-de / Monk San Ta
Lo Lieh
General Tien Ta
John Cheung Ng-Long
Lord Cheng
Wilson Tong Wai-Shing
Lord Tang San-yao
Wa Lun
Liu Yu-de's Classmate
Hon Kwok-Choi
Lin Zhen
Lau Kar-Wing
General Yin
Wai Wang
Teacher Ho
Chen Szu-Chia
Yien Pin, Teacher Ho's Assistant
Wong Ching-Ho
Liu Yu-de's Father
Woo Wang-Daat
Shaolin Abbot
Lee Hoi-Sang
Shaolin Justice Officer
Keung Hon
Abbot in Charge of Cleanliness
Hao Li-Jen
Abbot in Charge of Top Chamber
Shum Lo
Abbot in Charge of Dining Hall
Lui Tat
Abbot in Charge of Arm Chamber
Chan Shen
Abbot in Charge of Wrist Chamber
Chiang Nan
Abbot in Charge of Eye Chamber
Release History & Theatrical Window
Shanghai International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
June 27, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 24, 2006
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lau Kar-leung
- Screenplay & Story
- Ni Kuang
- Original Score
- Frankie Chan Fan-Kei
- Original Title
- 少林三十六房
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Production Studios
- Shaw Brothers
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lau Kar-leung
Ni Kuang
Frankie Chan Fan-Kei
Arthur Wong Ngok-Tai
Chiang Hsing-Lung, Lee Yim-Hoi
Run Run Shaw
Department Leadership Roster
Lau Kar-leung
Director
Ni Kuang
Screenplay
Run Run Shaw
Producer
Arthur Wong Ngok-Tai
Director of Photography
Chiang Hsing-Lung
Editor
Lee Yim-Hoi
Editor
Liu Chi-Yu
Costume Design
Frankie Chan Fan-Kei
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The 36th Chamber of Shaolin
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The 36th Chamber of Shaolin about?
During the Qing Dynasty, a fishmonger is killed by the reigning Manchu government for supporting the anti-government movement; his son manages to escape to Shaolin Temple, where he plans to learn its secretive brand of martial arts to seek revenge.
Who directed The 36th Chamber of Shaolin?
The 36th Chamber of Shaolin was directed by Lau Kar-leung.
Who stars in The 36th Chamber of Shaolin?
The principal cast of The 36th Chamber of Shaolin includes Gordon Liu, Lo Lieh, John Cheung Ng-Long, Wilson Tong Wai-Shing, Wa Lun.
When was The 36th Chamber of Shaolin released and how long is it?
The 36th Chamber of Shaolin was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 1h 56m.
Who composed the musical score for The 36th Chamber of Shaolin?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The 36th Chamber of Shaolin was composed by Frankie Chan Fan-Kei.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The 36th Chamber of Shaolin?
The 36th Chamber of Shaolin holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).