Swift Sword
Originally released in 1980. Swift Sword is a action/adventure film. directed by Ho Meng-Hua. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Starring a menagerie of established Shaw Brothers' talent like kung-fu comedienne, Wang Yu, female kung-fu fighter Hui Ying-hung (the lady Michelle Yeoh tries to emulate) and perennial bad guy Lo Lieh, it's a movie about cross people and crossed swords where our heroes discover that gold is not as precious as friendship.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 1, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
5.1/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
Hong Kong
Production
Director
Top Cast
Wong Yu
as Xiahou Xiaotong
Nau Nau
as Leng Ningzhi
Lo Lieh
as Grandpa Leng
Lily Li
as Leng Qiuxia
Ling Yun
as Bai Yipeng
Kara Wai Ying-Hung
as Xiaomei
Chiang Tao
as Leng family/Cold-Blooded Five
Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan
as Leng family/Cold-Blooded Five
Wai Wang
as Leng family/Cold-Blooded Five
Dick Wei
as Leng family/Cold-Blooded Five
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Production Companies
- Shaw Brothers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swift Sword about?
Starring a menagerie of established Shaw Brothers' talent like kung-fu comedienne, Wang Yu, female kung-fu fighter Hui Ying-hung (the lady Michelle Yeoh tries to emulate) and perennial bad guy Lo L...
Who directed Swift Sword?
Swift Sword was directed by Ho Meng-Hua.
How long is Swift Sword?
Swift Sword has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Swift Sword released?
Swift Sword was released on July 1, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Swift Sword?
The main cast of Swift Sword includes Wong Yu, Nau Nau, Lo Lieh, Lily Li, Ling Yun.