---
title: "Crystal Fist"
year: 1979
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/crystal-fist-1979"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 128911
imdb_id: "tt0079370"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 84
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 9
content_rating: "R"
---

# Crystal Fist (1979) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/crystal-fist-1979

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Crystal Fist is a 1979 film directed by Hua Shan that belongs to the action and drama genres. The production stars Billy Chong Chuen-Lei, Simon Yuen Siu-Tin, and Chu Tit-Wo, and has a runtime of one hour and twenty-four minutes. The storyline centers on a young man who makes a solemn vow to seek revenge against the individuals responsible for killing his father. To successfully achieve his goal of vengeance, the young protagonist must undergo rigorous training with his late father's teacher. Under this instruction, he learns the shadow claw, which is described as a deadly combination of the eagle claw and the shadow fist. The feature has an R rating and was released in the United States on October 2, 1981, with the Chinese title translated as 奇招.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | The Roku Channel, Plex, Plex Channel, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV, Plex | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Hua Shan
- **Networks / Studios**: The Eternal Film (H.K.) Co.

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Willy Dozan** as *Ah Wen*
- **Hau Chiu-Sing** as *Ah Wen's father*
- **Brandy Yuen Jan-Yeung** as *Deaf man*
- **Simon Yuen Siu-Tien** as *Cook / Teacher*
- **Corey Yuen**
- **Cheung Chok-Chow**
- **Alexander Grand** as *Russian Boxer*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Crystal Fist online?
Crystal Fist is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, The Roku Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Crystal Fist worth watching?
Crystal Fist holds a community rating of 6.5/10 based on 9 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Crystal Fist and when was it released?
Crystal Fist is a feature film with a runtime of 84 minutes. It was released in 1979. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Crystal Fist?
Crystal Fist was directed by Hua Shan.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Crystal Fist — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/128911)
- [Crystal Fist (1979) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/128911/cast)
- [Crystal Fist (1979) 奇招 – Cast & Crew | HKMDB](https://hkmdb.com/movies/6022/)

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