The Swordsman (1990)
Cantonese action film directed by King Hu, Ching Siu-tung, Ann Hui
Film facts
- Runtime
- 2h 120 min
- Released
- 1990
- Language
- Cantonese
Runtime from public film data. Ratings are added as boards issue them.
The Swordsman has a runtime of 2 hours (120 min). The Cantonese film released in 1990. It is directed by King Hu and Ching Siu-tung and stars Samuel Hui, Cecilia Yip and Jacky Cheung.
Cast and crew
- Directors
- King Hu, Ching Siu-tung, Ann Hui
- Cinematography
- Peter Pau
- Editing
- Marco Mak
- Music
- James Wong, Romeo Diaz
- Written by
- Jin Yong
- Produced by
- Tsui Hark
- Distribution
- Netflix
Box office, awards and more
- Country
- Hong Kong
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 1990
- On OTT
- Netflix date not announced
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of The Swordsman?
The Swordsman has a runtime of 2 hours, or 120 min.
When did The Swordsman release?
The Swordsman released in 1990.
Who directed The Swordsman?
The Swordsman is directed by King Hu, Ching Siu-tung, Ann Hui, Tsui Hark, Raymond Lee and Yeung-Wah Kam.
Who is in the cast of The Swordsman?
The cast of The Swordsman includes Samuel Hui, Cecilia Yip, Jacky Cheung, Sharla Cheung, Wu Ma and Yuen Wah.
Where can I watch The Swordsman online?
The Swordsman streams on Netflix.
Elsewhere
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