Mad Monkey Kung Fu(1979)
Overview
A disgraced former Kung Fu expert makes a living as a merchant with the help of a hot headed friend. When the men are harassed by gangsters, the merchant decided to teach his friend monkey boxing so they can defend their business.
Director
Lau Kar-leung
Studio
Shaw Brothers
Cast
Lau Kar-leung
as Uncle Chan
Hsiao Ho
as Little Monkey
Lo Lieh
as Duan Shiangyuan
Kara Hui Ying-Hung
as Chan Tsuei Hung
Lam Fai-Wong
as Choi
Lam Hak-Ming
as Fok
San Sin
as Tien
Wong Ching-Ho
as Duan's Accountant
Wong Man
as Duan's Mistress
Cham Siu-Hung
as Duan's Thug (uncredited)
Chan Kwok-Keung
as Duan's Thug (uncredited)
Chan Ling-Wai
as Duan's Thug in Brothel (uncredited)
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1979
Runtime
1h 56m
Language
Cantonese
Rating
6.7 / 10
Production Companies
Shaw Brothers
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Where can I watch Mad Monkey Kung Fu?▼
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What is Mad Monkey Kung Fu about?▼
A disgraced former Kung Fu expert makes a living as a merchant with the help of a hot headed friend. When the men are harassed by gangsters, the merchant decided to teach his friend monkey boxing so they can defend their business.
Who directed Mad Monkey Kung Fu?▼
Mad Monkey Kung Fu was directed by Lau Kar-leung and released in 1979. It is a action, comedy film.
How long is Mad Monkey Kung Fu?▼
Mad Monkey Kung Fu has a runtime of 1 hours and 56 minutes (116 minutes total).
Who stars in Mad Monkey Kung Fu?▼
The cast of Mad Monkey Kung Fu includes Lau Kar-leung as Uncle Chan, Hsiao Ho as Little Monkey, Lo Lieh as Duan Shiangyuan, Kara Hui Ying-Hung as Chan Tsuei Hung, Lam Fai-Wong as Choi and more.
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