Life Gamble (1979)
Mandarin martial arts film directed by Chang Cheh
Film facts
- Runtime
- 1h 46m 106 min
- Released
- 22 February 1979
- Language
- Mandarin
Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.
Life Gamble has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes (106 min). The Mandarin film released on 22 February 1979. It is directed by Chang Cheh and stars Philip Kwok.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Chang Cheh
- Cast
- Philip Kwok
- Music
- Frankie Chan
- Produced by
- Run Run Shaw
Box office, awards and more
- Country
- Hong Kong
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 22 February 1979
- On OTT
- Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of Life Gamble?
Life Gamble has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes, or 106 min.
When did Life Gamble release?
Life Gamble released on 22 February 1979.
Who directed Life Gamble?
Life Gamble is directed by Chang Cheh.
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