The Spirits (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film

Released in 1969, The Spirits is a fantasy, drama and romance film directed by Tang Huang, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. Three tales taken from author Pu Songling's collection of famous classical ghost stories. Wu Qiuyue- Wang Ding falls in love with a ghost and fights with the guards of Hades to bring her back. Monk Lu Shan-A monk takes Wang Qi as pupil and teaches him the act of walking through walls. A Woman's Head- Li Sheng marries Rui niang only to discover that she is a headless ghost.
Who’s in it. The Spirits stars Ching Tien as (segment "The Revival of Wu Chiu Yueh"), Tin Ching as Wang Ding (segment "The Revival of Wu Chiu Yueh"), Maggie Li Lin-Lin as Wu Chiu Yueh (segment "The Revival of Wu Chiu Yueh") and Kong Fong as (segment "The Revival of Wu Chiu Yueh"), among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Spirits page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Spirits tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Spirits (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Spirits change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Spirits?
- The Spirits stars Ching Tien, Tin Ching, Maggie Li Lin-Lin, Kong Fong and Si Si Chou.
- When was The Spirits released?
- The Spirits was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.