

Seven Swords
“Seven heroes one adventures.”
In the middle of the 17th century, the Manchus conquered China and founded the Ching dynasty. Due to widespread uprisings against the new rulers, the study and practice of traditional martial arts is forbidden and punishable by death. The unscrupulous leader of a troop of mercenaries takes advantage of this situation to make a fortune with the bounty on his head.
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Where is Seven Swords streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Australia | SBS On Demand | — |
| France | Molotov TV | Canal VOD |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| South Korea | TVING | Google Play Movies |
About Seven Swords
Seven Swords is a 2005 Chinese-language action and drama film directed by Tsui Hark. The cast is led by Leon Lai Ming, Charlie Yeung Choi-Nei, Lu Yi. It has a runtime of 2h 32m. Viewers rate it 6.3/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Seven Swords was produced by SCS Entertainment, Film Workshop, and Mandarin Films and made in Australia and China. It was released on July 25, 2005, and carries a R certification. At the box office it grossed around $3 million worldwide.
- Director
- Tsui Hark
- Writers
- Tsui Hark, Chun Tin-Nam, Cheung Chi-Sing
- Release date
- July 25, 2005
- Original language
- Chinese
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Australia, China
- Box office
- $3 million
- Production
- SCS Entertainment, Film Workshop, Mandarin Films
Seven Swords cast & crew
Seven Swords was directed by Tsui Hark and written by Tsui Hark, Chun Tin-Nam, and Cheung Chi-Sing.
The cast features Leon Lai Ming as Yang Yuncong, Charlie Yeung Choi-Nei as Wu Yuanying, Lu Yi as Han Zhibang, Lau Kar-leung as Fu Qingzhu, Donnie Yen as Chu Zhaonan, and Sun Honglei as General Fire-Wind.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Kenji Kawai, cinematography is by Venus Keung, and it was produced by Shi Nansun and Chzung Chi-Sing.
Is Seven Swords worth watching?
Seven Swords holds an audience score of 6.3/10 from 197 ratings, a solidly received action films.
At 2h 32m, it's a full-evening commitment.
If you enjoy action and drama, Seven Swords is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Seven Swords

Leon Lai Ming
Yang Yuncong

Charlie Yeung Choi-Nei
Wu Yuanying

Lu Yi
Han Zhibang

Lau Kar-leung
Fu Qingzhu

Donnie Yen
Chu Zhaonan

Sun Honglei
General Fire-Wind

Kim So-yeon
Green Pearl

Michael Wong
Prince Dokado

Chi Kuan-Chun
Qiu Luo Dong

Jason Pai Piao
Liu Jin Yi

Duncan Chow
Mu Lang

Tai Li-Wu
Xin Longzi
Seven Swords — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Seven Swords in United States?
Seven Swords is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Google Play Movies and YouTube.
▸What language is Seven Swords in?
Seven Swords is originally in Chinese, with audio tracks including Cantonese, Mandarin, Korean. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Seven Swords?
Seven Swords runs 2 hours 32 minutes (152 minutes).
▸What is Seven Swords rated?
Seven Swords is rated R. It holds a 6.3/10 audience score from 197 ratings.











