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The Boxer from Shantung

1972·Movie·134 min·6.9(50)

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.

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Where to watch The Boxer from Shantung in United States

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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
#martial arts#shanghai, china#gangster#gang leader#hong kong#mob action#1930s

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

In United States, you can stream The Boxer from Shantung on ARROW, 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 The Boxer from Shantung

Chen Kuan-Tai

Chen Kuan-Tai

Ma Yung Chen

Ching Li

Ching Li

Chin Lin Chi

Cheng Kang-Yeh

Cheng Kang-Yeh

Hsiao Chiang Bei

David Chiang Da-Wei

David Chiang Da-Wei

Tan Sze

Chiang Nan

Chiang Nan

Boss Yang

Fung Ngai

Fung Ngai

Fang Ah Gen

Ku Feng

Ku Feng

Chang Chin Fa

Tin Ching

Tin Ching

Li Caishun

Wong Ching

Wong Ching

Lu Pu

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Mario Milano

Russian Muscleman

Chan Ho

Chan Ho

Chin Lin Chi's Uncle

Lee Man-Tai

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.

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