The Big Boss
"Every limb of his body is a lethal weapon!!!"
Originally released in 1971. The Big Boss is a action film. directed by Lo Wei.
Starring Bruce Lee, Maria Yi, and James Tien Chun
Synopsis
Cheng is a young Chinese mainlander who moves in with his expatriate cousins to work at an ice factory in Thailand. He does this with a family promise never to get involved in any fights. However, when members of his family begin disappearing after meeting the management of the factory, the resulting mystery and pressures force him to break that vow and take on the villainy of the Big Boss.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 23, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 39m
99 minutes total
User Rating
7.1/10
Great (804 votes)
Budget
$100K
Production budget
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
Hong Kong
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
- Budget
- $100,000
Production Companies
- Orange Sky Golden Harvest
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Big Boss about?
Cheng is a young Chinese mainlander who moves in with his expatriate cousins to work at an ice factory in Thailand. He does this with a family promise never to get involved in any fights. However, ...
Who directed The Big Boss?
The Big Boss was directed by Lo Wei.
How long is The Big Boss?
The Big Boss has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
When was The Big Boss released?
The Big Boss was released on October 23, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Big Boss?
The main cast of The Big Boss includes Bruce Lee, Maria Yi, James Tien Chun, Marilyn Bautista, Han Ying-Chieh.
Is The Big Boss worth watching?
The Big Boss has a user rating of 7.1/10 based on 804 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.