

The Boxer from Shantung
Leaving the poverty of his life in Shantung to seek fortune in Shanghai, The Boxer is instead drawn into a world of corruption, gang warfare and evil... Where his only protection is his famed fighting technique.
Where to watch The Boxer from Shantung in United States
Click a service to open The Boxer from Shantung there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is The Boxer from Shantung streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | ARROW | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | ARROW | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | ARROW | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | — |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About The Boxer from Shantung
The Boxer from Shantung is a 1972 Chinese-language action, crime and drama film directed by Chang Cheh and Pao Hsueh-Li. The cast is led by Chen Kuan-Tai, Ching Li, Cheng Kang-Yeh. It has a runtime of 2h 14m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on ARROW.
The Boxer from Shantung was produced by Shaw Brothers and made in Hong Kong. It was released on February 11, 1972.
- Director
- Chang Cheh, Pao Hsueh-Li
- Writers
- Chang Cheh, Ni Kuang
- Release date
- February 11, 1972
- Original language
- Chinese
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Budget
- $1 million
- Production
- Shaw Brothers
The Boxer from Shantung cast & crew
The Boxer from Shantung was directed by Chang Cheh and Pao Hsueh-Li and written by Chang Cheh and Ni Kuang.
The cast features Chen Kuan-Tai as Ma Yung Chen, Ching Li as Chin Lin Chi, Cheng Kang-Yeh as Hsiao Chiang Bei, David Chiang Da-Wei as Tan Sze, Chiang Nan as Boss Yang, and Fung Ngai as Fang Ah Gen.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Frankie Chan Fan-Kei, cinematography is by Kung Mu-To, and it was produced by Runme Shaw.
Is The Boxer from Shantung worth watching?
The Boxer from Shantung holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 50 ratings, a solidly received action films.
At 2h 14m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy action, crime, and drama, The Boxer from Shantung is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Boxer from Shantung
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Cast of The Boxer from Shantung

Chen Kuan-Tai
Ma Yung Chen

Ching Li
Chin Lin Chi

Cheng Kang-Yeh
Hsiao Chiang Bei

David Chiang Da-Wei
Tan Sze

Chiang Nan
Boss Yang

Fung Ngai
Fang Ah Gen

Ku Feng
Chang Chin Fa

Tin Ching
Li Caishun

Wong Ching
Lu Pu
Mario Milano
Russian Muscleman

Chan Ho
Chin Lin Chi's Uncle

Lee Man-Tai
Innkeeper (uncredited)
The Boxer from Shantung — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Boxer from Shantung in United States?
The Boxer from Shantung is streaming on ARROW in United States.
▸Is The Boxer from Shantung on ARROW?
Yes — The Boxer from Shantung is currently available on ARROW in United States.
▸What language is The Boxer from Shantung in?
The Boxer from Shantung is originally in Chinese. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Boxer from Shantung?
The Boxer from Shantung runs 2 hours 14 minutes (134 minutes).
▸What is The Boxer from Shantung rated?
It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 50 ratings.











