The Five Venoms 1978
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What is The Five Venoms?
The Five Venoms is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Action, Drama, Mystery, Fantasy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1978
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 101 minutes
- Release date
- Aug 12, 1978
- Studios
- Shaw Brothers
- Genres
- Action, Drama, Mystery, Fantasy
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Overview
The Five Venoms is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Action, Drama, Mystery, Fantasy. Produced and broadcast by Shaw Brothers. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A disciple hunts down five uniquely skilled kung-fu masters at his teacher's dying command.”
- Showcases five distinct kung-fu styles
- Combines action with mystery and fantasy elements
- Strictly martial-arts focus may limit appeal for some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy classic kung-fu showdowns and mysterious master‑student quests.
The film features stylized martial‑arts combat suitable for teen and adult audiences.
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What is the basic premise of The Five Venoms?
A dying master tasks his final student with locating five former pupils, each mastering a unique kung-fu style.
When was the film released?
The film was released in 1978, with a US release date of January 26, 1979.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes.
What genres does the film belong to?
It is classified as action, drama, mystery, and fantasy.
Does the movie focus on martial arts?
Yes, the story centers on five characters each practicing a distinct kung-fu style.
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