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Seven Swords

2005·Movie·R·152 min·6.3(197)

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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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
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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

Leon Lai Ming

Yang Yuncong

Charlie Yeung Choi-Nei

Charlie Yeung Choi-Nei

Wu Yuanying

Lu Yi

Lu Yi

Han Zhibang

Lau Kar-leung

Lau Kar-leung

Fu Qingzhu

Donnie Yen

Donnie Yen

Chu Zhaonan

Sun Honglei

Sun Honglei

General Fire-Wind

Kim So-yeon

Kim So-yeon

Green Pearl

Michael Wong

Michael Wong

Prince Dokado

Chi Kuan-Chun

Chi Kuan-Chun

Qiu Luo Dong

Jason Pai Piao

Jason Pai Piao

Liu Jin Yi

Duncan Chow

Duncan Chow

Mu Lang

Tai Li-Wu

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.

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