---
title: "The Prodigal Boxer"
year: 1972
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-prodigal-boxer-1972"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 57747
imdb_id: "tt0070564"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 10
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Prodigal Boxer (1972) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-prodigal-boxer-1972

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Released in 1972, the action film The Prodigal Boxer was directed by Ulysses Au-Yeung Jun. The movie features the Chinese folk hero Fong Sai Yuk, also known as Fong Si Yu. Actor Meng Fei stars in the role as a callow, unschooled youth and a wrongfully accused murderer. The film also stars Maggie Li Lin-Lin and Pai Hung. In the story, two vicious masters of a local kung fu school seek revenge against Fong Sai Yuk. While Fong is away, they attack his home and kill his father. Fong attempts to avenge his father's death, but his efforts result in him being badly beaten. Following this defeat, Fong trains under the guidance of his martial artist mother, who puts him through rigorous training and an herbal bath designed to make him invulnerable.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Philo, Fandor, Fandor Amazon Channel, Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel, Cineverse Amazon Channel | Hoopla, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Plex | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Fandor | Hoopla | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Plex | Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Tsai Yang-Ming
- **Networks / Studios**: Hong Kong South Sea Film Co.

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Mang Fei** as *Fong Sai-Yuk*
- **Maggie Lee** as *Siu Pin*
- **Pai Hung** as *Fong Sai-Yuk's mother*
- **Yasuaki Kurata** as *Iron Hand Tan*
- **Wong Ching** as *Tan's brother*
- **Sun Lan** as *Thief*
- **Tung Choi-Bo** as *General Lei*
- **Sze-Ma Wah-lung** as *Fong Sai-Yuk's father*
- **Wong Yuet-Ting**
- **Chai Lam** as *Father of death student*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Prodigal Boxer online?
The Prodigal Boxer is currently available to watch or stream on Philo, Fandor, Fandor Amazon Channel, Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Prodigal Boxer worth watching?
The Prodigal Boxer holds a community rating of 6.5/10 based on 10 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Prodigal Boxer and when was it released?
The Prodigal Boxer is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 1972. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Prodigal Boxer?
The Prodigal Boxer was directed by Tsai Yang-Ming.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Prodigal Boxer — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/57747)
- [The Prodigal Boxer (1972) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/57747/cast)
- [The Prodigal Boxer (1972) 方世玉 – Cast & Crew | HKMDB](https://hkmdb.com/movies/9288/)
- [The Prodigal Boxer (1972) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/kung-fu-the-punch-of-death/credits)

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