Legend of the Mountain movie poster

Legend of the Mountain

October 4, 1979 3h 12m 7.4/10 (41 votes)

Originally released in 1979. Legend of the Mountain is a horror/fantasy film. directed by King Hu. With a runtime of 3h 12m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Shih Chun, Hsu Feng, and Sylvia Chang

Synopsis

A traveling scholar, intent on translating a Buddhist sutra that is said to have power over the creatures of the afterlife. He slowly finds himself entangled in a mysterious plot involving witchcraft, demons, and a battle to preserve his own soul from the attacks of the supernatural underworld.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 4, 1979 46 years ago
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Runtime 3h 12m 192 minutes total
User Rating 7.4/10 Great (41 votes)
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Box Office $7.6K Worldwide gross
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Language Chinese Original language
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Country Hong Kong + 1 more

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
ZH
Revenue
$7,639

Production Companies

  • Feng Nian
  • First Producers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Legend of the Mountain about?

A traveling scholar, intent on translating a Buddhist sutra that is said to have power over the creatures of the afterlife. He slowly finds himself entangled in a mysterious plot involving witchcra...

Who directed Legend of the Mountain?

Legend of the Mountain was directed by King Hu.

How long is Legend of the Mountain?

Legend of the Mountain has a runtime of 3 hours and 12 minutes (192 minutes total).

When was Legend of the Mountain released?

Legend of the Mountain was released on October 4, 1979 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Legend of the Mountain?

The main cast of Legend of the Mountain includes Shih Chun, Hsu Feng, Sylvia Chang, Tung Lam, Rainbow Hsu.