Legendary Weapons of China
十八般武藝
Synopsis
Legendary Weapons of China is a martial arts fantasy film taking place during the late Qing Dynasty when Empress Dowager Cixi dispatches her agents to various factions of the Boxer Rebellion in order find supernatural martial artists that are invulnerable to western bullets. When one of the leaders of these groups disbands his forces, assassins from the remaining factions are sent out to kill him.
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Legendary Weapons of China (1982) - 2015 TrailerOfficial
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Lau Kar-leung
Lui Gung / Uncle Yu
Hsiao Ho
Tien Hao
Alexander Fu Sheng
Mo
Kara Wai Ying-Hung
Fang Shau-Ching
Gordon Liu
Ti Tan
Lau Kar-Wing
Lui Yung
Chu Tit-Wo
Tieh Tien
Wong Ching-Ho
Chief Eunuch Li Lien Ying
King Lee King-Chu
Leader of Earth Clan
Lam Hak-Ming
Rascal / Servant at Inn
Cheung Chok-Chow
Boss of Fu An Inn
Wang Han-Chen
Boss of Eatery
Mak Wai-Cheung
Rascal / Servant / Waiter / Boxer
Jackson Ng Yuk-Sue
Rascal
Cheung Kwok-Wah
Earth Clan's Man Shot by Gun
Lui Tat
Shopkeeper Ordering Wood
Tony Tam Chun-To
Waiter at Eatery
Steve Mak Fei-Hung
Rascal
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 18, 2005
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lau Kar-leung
- Screenplay & Story
- Lau Kar-leung, Lee Tai-Hang
- Original Score
- Stephen Shing Gam-Wing, So Jan-Hau
- Original Title
- 十八般武藝
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Shaw Brothers
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lau Kar-leung
Lau Kar-leung, Lee Tai-Hang
Stephen Shing Gam-Wing, So Jan-Hau
Peter Ngor Chi-Kwan
Chiang Hsing-Lung, Lee Yim-Hoi
Mona Fong Yat-Wah
Department Leadership Roster
Lau Kar-leung
Director
Mona Fong Yat-Wah
Producer
Chiang Hsing-Lung
Editor
Lee Yim-Hoi
Editor
Liu Chi-Yu
Costume Design
Peter Ngor Chi-Kwan
Director of Photography
Lau Kar-leung
Screenplay
Lee Tai-Hang
Screenplay
Stephen Shing Gam-Wing
Original Music Composer
So Jan-Hau
Original Music Composer
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Legendary Weapons of China
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What is Legendary Weapons of China about?
Legendary Weapons of China is a martial arts fantasy film taking place during the late Qing Dynasty when Empress Dowager Cixi dispatches her agents to various factions of the Boxer Rebellion in order find supernatural martial artists that are invulnerable to western bullets. When one of the leaders of these groups disbands his forces, assassins from the remaining factions are sent out to kill him.
Who directed Legendary Weapons of China?
Legendary Weapons of China was directed by Lau Kar-leung.
Who stars in Legendary Weapons of China?
The principal cast of Legendary Weapons of China includes Lau Kar-leung, Hsiao Ho, Alexander Fu Sheng, Kara Wai Ying-Hung, Gordon Liu.
When was Legendary Weapons of China released and how long is it?
Legendary Weapons of China was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for Legendary Weapons of China?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Legendary Weapons of China was composed by Stephen Shing Gam-Wing, So Jan-Hau.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Legendary Weapons of China?
Legendary Weapons of China holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).