The Snake Strikes Back (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1980, The Snake Strikes Back is an action film directed by Godfrey Ho.
What it’s about. A fool Sui wants to learn the art of the Absolutes Kung Fu and become master , a title with prizes including the secret book of the Invincible Snake Fist, and a secret weapon called a mega belly (I kid you not). Sui keeps on having to fight the same people over and over again to gain control of the book.
Who’s in it. The Snake Strikes Back stars Elton Jeong Jin-Hwa as Lam, Eagle Kim Young-Il, Mike Wang Ryong and Kim Ki-ju, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Snake Strikes Back has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Snake Strikes Back page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Snake Strikes Back 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 Snake Strikes Back (1980)?
- In US, The Snake Strikes Back is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Snake Strikes Back worth watching?
- The Snake Strikes Back holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Snake Strikes Back?
- The Snake Strikes Back stars Elton Jeong Jin-Hwa, Eagle Kim Young-Il, Mike Wang Ryong, Kim Ki-ju and Kim Myeong-Ah.
- When was The Snake Strikes Back released?
- The Snake Strikes Back was released in 1980.