The Thundering Mantis
"Mad, Bad and Insane"
Originally released in 1980. The Thundering Mantis is a action film. directed by Teddy Yip Wing-Cho.
Starring Bryan Leung Kar-Yan, Chang Hai-Fen, and Eddy Ko Hung
Synopsis
Ah Chi (Ka-Yan Leung) is obsessed with the martial arts and, more often than not, his kung-fu clowning gets him into trouble. Ending up facing Hsia (Eddie Ko) of the notorious Jade Brotherhood is inevitable. As a result, Hsia forces Chi's martial arts master to expel him. Masterless and working for a fish vendor, Chi meets a crafty kid (Yat Lung Wong), whose uncle Chow Tung (Chin Yuet Sang) is a master of the Insane Mantis style. The Jade Brotherhood aims for control of the small town but Chi is training with a new Master and will not accept bullies in the neighbourhood.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 3, 1980
46 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
5.4/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Box Office
$25.3K
Worldwide gross
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
Hong Kong
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
- Revenue
- $25,309
Production Companies
- East Asia Film (H. K.) Co.
- Goldig Films (H.K.) Ltd.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Thundering Mantis about?
Ah Chi (Ka-Yan Leung) is obsessed with the martial arts and, more often than not, his kung-fu clowning gets him into trouble. Ending up facing Hsia (Eddie Ko) of the notorious Jade Brotherhood is i...
Who directed The Thundering Mantis?
The Thundering Mantis was directed by Teddy Yip Wing-Cho.
How long is The Thundering Mantis?
The Thundering Mantis has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was The Thundering Mantis released?
The Thundering Mantis was released on January 3, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Thundering Mantis?
The main cast of The Thundering Mantis includes Bryan Leung Kar-Yan, Chang Hai-Fen, Eddy Ko Hung, Wong Yat-Lung, Chin Yuet-Sang.