The Prodigal Son
"The fighting men in Chinese opera house."
Originally released in 1981. The Prodigal Son is a action/comedy film. directed by Sammo Hung Kam-Bo.
Starring Yuen Biao, Frankie Chan Fan-Kei, and Lam Ching-Ying
Synopsis
A rich man's son believes himself to be the best kung fu fighter in Canton. Unfortunately, his father, anxious for his son's safety, bribes all his opponents to lose. After a humiliating defeat at the hands of an actor in a traveling theatre company, the son resolves to find a better teacher.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 10, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (80 votes)
Language
CN
Original language
Country
Hong Kong
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CN
Production Companies
- Orange Sky Golden Harvest
- Paragon Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Prodigal Son about?
A rich man's son believes himself to be the best kung fu fighter in Canton. Unfortunately, his father, anxious for his son's safety, bribes all his opponents to lose. After a humiliating defeat at ...
Who directed The Prodigal Son?
The Prodigal Son was directed by Sammo Hung Kam-Bo.
How long is The Prodigal Son?
The Prodigal Son has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was The Prodigal Son released?
The Prodigal Son was released on November 10, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Prodigal Son?
The main cast of The Prodigal Son includes Yuen Biao, Frankie Chan Fan-Kei, Lam Ching-Ying, Sammo Hung Kam-Bo, Peter Chan Lung.