The Bastard (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1973, The Bastard is an action and drama film directed by Chor Yuen, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. Little Bastard searches for the parents who abandoned him as an infant, with the help of Little Beggar. He finds his father, who is a powerful and wealthy manl and is taken in by him and his family. Before long Little Bastard is seduced by his attractive cousin, making Little Beggar very jealous. However, the seduction and family welcome are all part of a nefarious plan.
Who’s in it. The Bastard stars Chung Wah as Xia Za Zhong / Gu Ying Xiong, Lily Li as Hsiao Yi / Little Beggar, Kiu Lam as Ai Zhen and Ching Miao as Gu Chang Bo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Bastard has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bastard page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bastard tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bastard (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bastard change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bastard worth watching?
- The Bastard holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bastard?
- The Bastard stars Chung Wah, Lily Li, Kiu Lam, Ching Miao and Wu Chi-Chin.