財叔之橫掃千軍 (1991): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1991, 財叔之橫掃千軍 is an action and drama film directed by Tsui Hark, running about 97 minutes.

What it’s about. In the 1930s, China was in a state of turmoil and flurry. The dethroned Emperor Pu-Yi had established the Puppet State of Manchukuo in Manchuria and was cooperating with the Japanese in the testing of poisonous gas. The revolutionary army headed by Lieutenant Mong is assigned to crush this vicious plot. During his mission, Mong comes across witty and valiant veteran Uncle Choy and his friends, who volunteer to help. Mong believes that Uncle Choy is too old to join them. How can Uncle Choy prove himself? And can they succeed in their mission?

Who’s in it. 財叔之橫掃千軍 stars Dean Shek as Dr. Choy, Tony Leung Ka-fai as Commander Masa, Jacky Cheung as Bobo Bear and Corey Yuen as Brother Big Nose, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, 財叔之橫掃千軍 has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 財叔之橫掃千軍 page.

If you liked it. Fans of 財叔之橫掃千軍 tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Der Herr der Ringe - Die Rückkehr des Königs, Inception and Der Herr der Ringe - Die Gefährten.