The Assassin movie poster

The Assassin

December 22, 1967 2h 1m 6.3/10 (18 votes)

Originally released in 1967. The Assassin is a action/drama film. directed by Chang Cheh. With a runtime of 2h 1m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Jimmy Wang Yu, Lisa Chiao Chiao, and Li Hsiang-Chun

Synopsis

Yu is a two-armed swordsman who is betrayed by a jealous rival, but initially seeks a life of simple pleasures until an accidental meeting with another patriot sets him back on the road to bloody, brutal vengeance.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 22, 1967 58 years ago
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Runtime 2h 1m 121 minutes total
User Rating 6.3/10 Good (18 votes)
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Language CN Original language
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Country Hong Kong Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
CN

Production Companies

  • Shaw Brothers

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Assassin about?

Yu is a two-armed swordsman who is betrayed by a jealous rival, but initially seeks a life of simple pleasures until an accidental meeting with another patriot sets him back on the road to bloody, ...

Who directed The Assassin?

The Assassin was directed by Chang Cheh.

How long is The Assassin?

The Assassin has a runtime of 2 hours and 1 minutes (121 minutes total).

When was The Assassin released?

The Assassin was released on December 22, 1967 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Assassin?

The main cast of The Assassin includes Jimmy Wang Yu, Lisa Chiao Chiao, Li Hsiang-Chun, Chiu Sam-Yin, Huang Tsung-Hsun.