The Island
生死線
Synopsis
John Shum leads an expedition to an supposedly deserted island only to find out that it's inhabited by a group of seriously demented characters, lead by Peter Chan Lung. This is a family that stays together, slays together and when the youngest one is refused in marriage to one of the young girls of the troupe they turn into savage maniacs.
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Original Trailer (recreated from a brand new 2K restoration) [Subtitled]Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-09-23
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 13, 2025
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Leong Po-Chih
- Screenplay & Story
- Shu Kei
- Original Score
- Law Dik
- Original Title
- 生死線
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- D & B Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Leong Po-Chih
Shu Kei
Law Dik
Poon Hang-Sang
Peter Cheung Yiu-Chung
Sammo Hung
Department Leadership Roster
Leong Po-Chih
Director
Peter Cheung Yiu-Chung
Editor
Sammo Hung
Producer
Shu Kei
Writer
Poon Hang-Sang
Director of Photography
Law Dik
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Island
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Island about?
John Shum leads an expedition to an supposedly deserted island only to find out that it's inhabited by a group of seriously demented characters, lead by Peter Chan Lung. This is a family that stays together, slays together and when the youngest one is refused in marriage to one of the young girls of the troupe they turn into savage maniacs.
Who directed The Island?
The Island was directed by Leong Po-Chih.
Who stars in The Island?
The principal cast of The Island includes John Shum Kin-Fun, Ronald Wong, Timothy Shaw Chun-Yung, Che Ching-Yuen, Wai-Kwan Kwok.
When was The Island released and how long is it?
The Island was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for The Island?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Island was composed by Law Dik.