The Delinquent
憤怒青年
“When you push the student too far, sometimes he becomes the master.”
Synopsis
Delivery boy Chung rings an order to a local martial arts school. He shows that he too is a kung fu student when he punches a bag and also kicks out the instructor for his money. Chung has a tough life. His father constantly nags him to work hard. One day, his is heckled by Chien-Pe, a disabled thug who runs a gang. Chung fights and beats them up and as a result, he is fired from his job. Chien turns to his boss, Tai Chung, to get Chung.
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Top Cast
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Wong Chung
John Sum / Shen Chang
Lily Li
Elaine / Huang Lan
Betty Pei Ti
Fanny
Lu Ti
Mr. Sum (Shen)
Tung Lin
Boss Lam
Fan Mei-Sheng
Big Sean
Wang Kuang-Yu
Big Sean's Gangster
Dean Shek Tin
Cripple
Shum Lo
Butcher (Stepfather)
Chan Chuen
Top Fighter at Martial Arts School (uncredited)
Chan Dik-Hak
Rascal at Basketball Court (uncredited)
Chan Siu-Kai
Big Sean's Gangster (uncredited)
Chik Ngai-Hung
Big Sean's Gangster (uncredited)
Danny Chow Yun-Kin
Lam's Bodyguard (uncredited)
Chui Fat
Rascal at Basketball Court (uncredited)
Chui Kin-Wa
Big Sean's Gangster (uncredited)
Fung Ging-Man
Food Stall Boss (uncredited)
Fung Hak-On
Lam's Bodyguard (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 1, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chang Cheh, Kuei Chih-Hung
- Screenplay & Story
- Ni Kuang
- Original Score
- Frankie Chan Fan-Kei
- Original Title
- 憤怒青年
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Shaw Brothers
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chang Cheh, Kuei Chih-Hung
Ni Kuang
Frankie Chan Fan-Kei
Yau Kei
Kwok Ting-Hung
Runme Shaw
Department Leadership Roster
Chang Cheh
Director
Kuei Chih-Hung
Director
Runme Shaw
Producer
Kwok Ting-Hung
Editor
Yau Kei
Director of Photography
Ni Kuang
Screenplay
Li Chi
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
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Delinquent
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What is The Delinquent about?
Delivery boy Chung rings an order to a local martial arts school. He shows that he too is a kung fu student when he punches a bag and also kicks out the instructor for his money. Chung has a tough life. His father constantly nags him to work hard. One day, his is heckled by Chien-Pe, a disabled thug who runs a gang. Chung fights and beats them up and as a result, he is fired from his job. Chien turns to his boss, Tai Chung, to get Chung.
Who directed The Delinquent?
The Delinquent was directed by Chang Cheh, Kuei Chih-Hung.
Who stars in The Delinquent?
The principal cast of The Delinquent includes Wong Chung, Lily Li, Betty Pei Ti, Lu Ti, Tung Lin.
When was The Delinquent released and how long is it?
The Delinquent was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for The Delinquent?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Delinquent was composed by Frankie Chan Fan-Kei.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Delinquent?
The Delinquent holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).