Bodyguards and Assassins
"To save a nations future, they must protect one man from its past."
Originally released in 2009. Bodyguards and Assassins is a drama/action film. directed by Teddy Chan Tak-Sum. With a runtime of 2h 19m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Donnie Yen, Wang Xueqi, and Tony Leung Ka-fai
Synopsis
In 1905, revolutionist Sun Yat-Sen visits Hong Kong to discuss plans with Tongmenghui members to overthrow the Qing dynasty. But when they find out that assassins have been sent to kill him, they assemble a group of protectors to prevent any attacks.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 18, 2009
16 years ago
Runtime
2h 19m
139 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (387 votes)
Budget
$23M
Production budget
Box Office
$6.6M
0.3x return
Language
CN
Original language
Country
China
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Donnie Yen
as Sum Chung-Yang
Wang Xueqi
as Li Yu-Tang
Tony Leung Ka-fai
as Prof. Chen Xiaobai
Nicholas Tse Ting-Fung
as Ah Si / Deng Si-Di
Hu Jun
as General Yan Xiao-Guo
Eric Tsang Chi-Wai
as HK Police Chief Shi Mi-Fu
Chris Lee Yuchun
as Fang Hong
Fan Bingbing
as Yuet-yu
Zhou Yun
as Ah Suen
Mengke Bateer
as Stinky Tofu
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CN
- Budget
- $23,000,000
- Revenue
- $6,604,537
Production Companies
- China Film Group Corporation
- Bona Film Group
- We Distribution
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bodyguards and Assassins about?
In 1905, revolutionist Sun Yat-Sen visits Hong Kong to discuss plans with Tongmenghui members to overthrow the Qing dynasty. But when they find out that assassins have been sent to kill him, they a...
Who directed Bodyguards and Assassins?
Bodyguards and Assassins was directed by Teddy Chan Tak-Sum.
How long is Bodyguards and Assassins?
Bodyguards and Assassins has a runtime of 2 hours and 19 minutes (139 minutes total).
When was Bodyguards and Assassins released?
Bodyguards and Assassins was released on December 18, 2009 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Bodyguards and Assassins?
The main cast of Bodyguards and Assassins includes Donnie Yen, Wang Xueqi, Tony Leung Ka-fai, Nicholas Tse Ting-Fung, Hu Jun.
Is Bodyguards and Assassins worth watching?
Bodyguards and Assassins has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 387 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.