The Flying Guillotine
Originally released in 1975. The Flying Guillotine is a action film. directed by Ho Meng-Hua.
Starring Chen Kuan-Tai, Ku Feng, and Wai Wang
Synopsis
The Emperor's armies have developed a new weapon: a thrown blade that can remove someone's head from long distance. As the paranoid Emperor begins decapitating anyone he fears might be a threat, his guard Mau Tang becomes disillusioned with the excesses of his master. He leaves his post and takes up the quiet life of farming and raising a family. Eventually, though, his past catches up with him, and he must find a way to fight the flying guillotine if he is to save his head.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 18, 1975
50 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (48 votes)
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
Hong Kong
Production
Director
Top Cast
Chen Kuan-Tai
as Ma Teng
Ku Feng
as Xin Kang
Wai Wang
as Ah Kun / Xu Shuangkun
Chiang Yang
as Emperor Yung Cheng
Liu Wu-Chi
as Mrs. Ma Yu-Ping
Ai Ti
as Wanzhu
Wong Yu
as Xie Tianfu
Lam Wai-Tiu
as Luo Peng
Norman Tsui Siu-Keung
as Zhou Zhizhong F.G. sqad member
Ricky Hui Koon-Ying
as Cheng Ziping F.G. sqad member
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
Production Companies
- Shaw Brothers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Flying Guillotine about?
The Emperor's armies have developed a new weapon: a thrown blade that can remove someone's head from long distance. As the paranoid Emperor begins decapitating anyone he fears might be a threat, hi...
Who directed The Flying Guillotine?
The Flying Guillotine was directed by Ho Meng-Hua.
How long is The Flying Guillotine?
The Flying Guillotine has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was The Flying Guillotine released?
The Flying Guillotine was released on February 18, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Flying Guillotine?
The main cast of The Flying Guillotine includes Chen Kuan-Tai, Ku Feng, Wai Wang, Chiang Yang, Liu Wu-Chi.