---
title: "Rise of the Legend"
year: 2014
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/rise-of-the-legend-2014"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 294993
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 131
community_rating: 6.3
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Rise of the Legend (2014) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/rise-of-the-legend-2014

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Rise of the Legend is a film first released in 2014. Catalogued under Drama, Action. Produced and broadcast by Edko Films, Irresistible Alpha Limited, Universal Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A fearless fighter battles rival gangs in a corrupt Qing‑era port."

### Why Watch
- Intense sword fights set against a turbulent 19th‑century backdrop
- Complex power struggles among rival gangs

### Caveats & Content Note
- Violent confrontations may not suit all viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains graphic violence and mature themes, making it appropriate for adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: historical, action-packed, gritty, political

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/rise-of-the-legend-2014#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Roy Chow Hin-Yeung
- **Networks / Studios**: Edko Films, Irresistible Alpha Limited, Universal Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Eddie Peng Yu-Yan** as *Fei*
- **AngelaBaby** as *Orchid*
- **Sammo Hung Kam-Bo** as *Master Lui*
- **Tony Leung Ka-fai** as *Fei's Father*
- **Jing Boran** as *Fiery*
- **Wong Cho-Lam** as *Bigtooth*
- **Max Zhang** as *Wu Long*
- **Feng Jiayi** as *Northevil*
- **Wang Luodan** as *Chun*
- **Qin Junjie** as *Foon*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When does the story take place?
The narrative is set in 1868 during the late Qing Dynasty.

### Q: What genres describe the film?
It is classified as a drama and action film.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes.

### Q: Who are the primary rival groups?
The Black Tiger gang led by Lei Gong and the Orphans gang led by Huo.

### Q: What drives the central conflict?
A struggle for control of the port as criminal factions vie for power.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Rise of the Legend — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/294993)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*