The Spiritual Boxer 1975
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Spiritual Boxer" (1975). Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1975
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 103 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 28, 1975
- Original language
- ZH
- Origin
- Hong Kong
- Studios
- Shaw Brothers
- Genres
- Action, Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.7/10 from 13 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~103 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Shaw Brothers
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Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Spiritual Boxer" (1975).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invented titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, box-office, viewership, or plot points.
Omit details not in the material.
Write original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count target: 150-190 words.
Title: The Spiritual Boxer
Year: 1975
Release Date (HK): 11/28/1975
Genre: Action and Comedy
Runtime: 1h 43m
Director: Lau Kar-leung (also noted as his first film as a director after being an action choreographer and stunt man)
Cast: Wang Yu (plays Hsiao Chien)
Character: Hsiao Chien is a con artist vagabond.
Plot: Hsiao Chien uses kung fu skills and parlor tricks to convince superstitious villagers he can use his body as a vessel for angry gods. When villagers are threatened by a hostile force, he must learn to use his skills to protect the innocent.
Production/Studio: Shaw Brothers.
Additional context: Wang Yu's debut film as a kung-fu comedienne; part of director Liu Chia-liang
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“A gripping exploration of action and comedy that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Spiritual Boxer worth watching?
The Spiritual Boxer holds a community rating of 6.7/10 based on 13 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Comedy for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Spiritual Boxer and when was it released?
The Spiritual Boxer is a feature film with a runtime of 103 minutes. It was released in 1975. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Spiritual Boxer?
The Spiritual Boxer was directed by Lau Kar-leung.
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