The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter (1984)
Chinese and Cantonese action film directed by Lau Kar-leung
The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 min). The Chinese film released on 17 February 1984. It is directed by Lau Kar-leung and stars Gordon Liu, Alexander Fu Sheng and Kara Wai.
Cast and crew
- Director
- Lau Kar-leung
- Cinematography
- Cho On-Sun
- Editing
- Chiang Hsing-lung, Lee Yim-Hoi
- Music
- Chin-Yung Shing
- Written by
- Lau Kar-leung, Ni Kuang
- Produced by
- Mona Fong
- Production
- Shaw Brothers Studio
- Distribution
- Shaw Brothers Studio, Netflix
Box office, awards and more
- Country
- Hong Kong
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 17 February 1984
- On OTT
- Netflix date not announced
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter?
The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes, or 98 min.
When did The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter release?
The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter released on 17 February 1984.
Who directed The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter?
The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter is directed by Lau Kar-leung.
Who is in the cast of The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter?
The cast of The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter includes Gordon Liu, Alexander Fu Sheng, Kara Wai and Lily Li.
Where can I watch The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter online?
The Eight Diagram Pole Fighter streams on Netflix.
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