The Assassin
大刺客
Synopsis
Yu is a swordsman who is betrayed by a jealous rival, but initially seeks a life of simple pleasures until an accidental meeting with another patriot sets him back on the road to bloody, brutal vengeance.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Assassin 大刺客 (1967) **Official Trailer** by Shaw BrothersOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-10-25
Top Cast
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Jimmy Wang Yu
Nie Zheng
Lisa Chiao Chiao
Xia Ying
Li Hsiang-Chun
Nie Rong
Chiu Sam-Yin
Concubine Zhao
Huang Tsung-Hsun
Premier Han Kui
Tien Feng
Official Yen Chung Tzu
Chang Pei-Shan
Xu Shi
Cheng Lui
Du Po
Lin Jing
Zheng's Mother
Fang Mian
Master Wu Ji
Cliff Lok
Han Emperor
Wang Kuang-Yu
Xi Yuan
Woo Tung
Xu Shi's Uncle
Wong Ching-Ho
Ying's Father
Ma Ying
General Lu Pen
Liu Gang
Yang Jian
Yau Lung
Zhang, Official Yen's Son
Yau Ming
Ji's Disciple
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 3, 2012
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chang Cheh
- Screenplay & Story
- Chang Cheh
- Original Score
- Eddie H. Wang Chi-Ren
- Original Title
- 大刺客
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese
- Runtime
- 2h 1m
- Production Studios
- Shaw Brothers
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chang Cheh
Chang Cheh
Eddie H. Wang Chi-Ren
Kuang Han-Lu, Yuen Chang-Sam
Chiang Hsing-Lung
Run Run Shaw
Department Leadership Roster
Chang Cheh
Writer
Chang Cheh
Director
Chiang Hsing-Lung
Editor
Kuang Han-Lu
Director of Photography
Yuen Chang-Sam
Director of Photography
Run Run Shaw
Producer
Eddie H. Wang Chi-Ren
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Assassin
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Assassin about?
Yu is a swordsman who is betrayed by a jealous rival, but initially seeks a life of simple pleasures until an accidental meeting with another patriot sets him back on the road to bloody, brutal vengeance.
Who directed The Assassin?
The Assassin was directed by Chang Cheh.
Who stars in The Assassin?
The principal cast of The Assassin includes Jimmy Wang Yu, Lisa Chiao Chiao, Li Hsiang-Chun, Chiu Sam-Yin, Huang Tsung-Hsun.
When was The Assassin released and how long is it?
The Assassin was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 2h 1m.
Who composed the musical score for The Assassin?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Assassin was composed by Eddie H. Wang Chi-Ren.