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18 Fatal Strikes

Shi ba luo han quan

Synopsis

Kung fu classic about a Shaolin monk on the run from a Manchu warlord, and his mighty Shaking Eagle Style. After narrowly escaping the warlord, the monk is nursed back to health by two brothers. However, the warlord is close behind, and the brothers must learn Lo Han style from the monk to protect themselves. However, when one of the brothers is killed, the other, with help from the monk, seeks revenge.

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18 Fatal Strikes (1978) trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2012-10-07

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

May 22, 1981

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Yang Ching-Chen
Original Title
Shi ba luo han quan
Country of Origin
Hong Kong
Spoken Languages
Mandarin
Runtime
Unknown
Production Studios
First Films Organisation, Splendid Film, World Northal Corporation

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Yang Ching-Chen

Department Leadership Roster

Yang Ching-Chen

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 18 Fatal Strikes

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is 18 Fatal Strikes about?

Kung fu classic about a Shaolin monk on the run from a Manchu warlord, and his mighty Shaking Eagle Style. After narrowly escaping the warlord, the monk is nursed back to health by two brothers. However, the warlord is close behind, and the brothers must learn Lo Han style from the monk to protect themselves. However, when one of the brothers is killed, the other, with help from the monk, seeks revenge.

Who directed 18 Fatal Strikes?

18 Fatal Strikes was directed by Yang Ching-Chen.

Who stars in 18 Fatal Strikes?

The principal cast of 18 Fatal Strikes includes Stephen Tung Wai, Dean Shek Tin, Wen Chiang-Lung, Hai-Yung Shen, Sheng Chen.

When was 18 Fatal Strikes released and how long is it?

18 Fatal Strikes was released in 1978 with a total runtime of Unknown.

What is the age rating and content advisory for 18 Fatal Strikes?

18 Fatal Strikes holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).