The Black Dragon
下南洋
“The New American Superstar”
Synopsis
Decent, simple, honest Chinese farmhand and ace martial artist Tai-Lin goes to the Philippines to seek his fortune. He befriends scruffy petty street hoodlum Siao-Mao and gets a job as a dock worker. When Tai-Lin discovers that the people he works for are involved in a crime syndicate that specializes in smuggling opium, he quits his job and joins forces with two fellow martial artists against the evil organization.
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The Black Dragon Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-05-05
Top Cast
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Jason Pai Piao
Tai-Lin
Ron Van Clief
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Nancy Veronica
Ching Kwei
Thompson Kao Kang
Chi-Fu-Shi
Lau Hok-Nin
Chan Lau
Subas Herrero
The 'American's advisor
Ruel Vernal
Siao-Mao
Pamela Marsden
The brothel owner
Tony Ferrer
George Estregan
Filipino boxer
Tong Kwok-Si
Interpreter for Big Boss
Tony Lou Chun-Ku
Fighter
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 1, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tony Lou Chun-Ku
- Screenplay & Story
- Tony Lou Chun-Ku
- Original Title
- 下南洋
- Country of Origin
- Philippines, Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- JE Productions, Yangtze Productions Limited
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tony Lou Chun-Ku
Tony Lou Chun-Ku
Albert Yang Chun, Cheung Hoi
Vincent Leung Wing-Chan
Yeo Ban Yee
Department Leadership Roster
Tony Lou Chun-Ku
Director
Tony Lou Chun-Ku
Writer
Yeo Ban Yee
Producer
Albert Yang Chun
Director of Photography
Cheung Hoi
Director of Photography
Vincent Leung Wing-Chan
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Black Dragon
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What is The Black Dragon about?
Decent, simple, honest Chinese farmhand and ace martial artist Tai-Lin goes to the Philippines to seek his fortune. He befriends scruffy petty street hoodlum Siao-Mao and gets a job as a dock worker. When Tai-Lin discovers that the people he works for are involved in a crime syndicate that specializes in smuggling opium, he quits his job and joins forces with two fellow martial artists against the evil organization.
Who directed The Black Dragon?
The Black Dragon was directed by Tony Lou Chun-Ku.
Who stars in The Black Dragon?
The principal cast of The Black Dragon includes Jason Pai Piao, Ron Van Clief, Nancy Veronica, Thompson Kao Kang, Lau Hok-Nin.
When was The Black Dragon released and how long is it?
The Black Dragon was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Black Dragon?
The Black Dragon holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).