Human Lanterns
A psychotic craftsman pits two rival Kung-Fu masters against each other while designing special lanterns from a disturbing source.
Where to watch Human Lanterns in United States
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Where is Human Lanterns streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Eternal Family, Film Movement Plus, Film Movement Plus Amazon Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store |
About Human Lanterns
Human Lanterns is a 1982 Chinese-language horror and action film directed by Sun Chung. The cast is led by Tony Liu Tian-jue, Chen Kuan-Tai, Lo Lieh. It has a runtime of 1h 39m. In United States, it is currently streaming on Eternal Family, Film Movement Plus, Film Movement Plus Amazon Channel.
Human Lanterns was produced by Shaw Brothers and made in Hong Kong. It was released on July 14, 1982.
- Director
- Sun Chung
- Writers
- Sun Chung, Ni Kuang
- Release date
- July 14, 1982
- Original language
- Chinese
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Production
- Shaw Brothers
Human Lanterns cast & crew
Human Lanterns was directed by Sun Chung and written by Sun Chung and Ni Kuang.
The cast features Tony Liu Tian-jue as Master Lung Shu Ai, Chen Kuan-Tai as Tan Fu, Lo Lieh as Chao Chun Fang, Tanny Tien-Ni as Lee Chin, Choh Seung-Wan as Yen Chu, and Lam Sau-Kwan as Master Tan's Sister.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Stephen Shing Gam-Wing, cinematography is by Cho On-Sun, and it was produced by Mona Fong Yat-Wah and Runme Shaw.
Is Human Lanterns worth watching?
At 1h 39m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy horror and action, Human Lanterns is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Human Lanterns
In United States, you can stream Human Lanterns on Eternal Family, Film Movement Plus, and Film Movement Plus Amazon Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Human Lanterns
Tony Liu Tian-jue
Master Lung Shu Ai
Chen Kuan-Tai
Tan Fu
Lo Lieh
Chao Chun Fang
Tanny Tien-Ni
Lee Chin
Choh Seung-Wan
Yen Chu
Lam Sau-Kwan
Master Tan's Sister
Lo Meng
Kwai Sze Yin
Sun Chien
Sgt. Poon
Ai Fei
Guest at Fu's Banquet
Susan Shaw Yam-Yam
Guest at Fu's Banquet
Wong Ching-Ho
Old Tsui
Shum Lo
Restaurant Boss
Human Lanterns — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Human Lanterns in United States?
Human Lanterns is streaming on Eternal Family, Film Movement Plus, Film Movement Plus Amazon Channel in United States.
▸Is Human Lanterns on Eternal Family?
Yes — Human Lanterns is currently available on Eternal Family in United States.
▸What language is Human Lanterns in?
Human Lanterns is originally in Chinese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Human Lanterns?
Human Lanterns runs 1 hours 39 minutes (99 minutes).
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