Black Bull and White Snake (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film
Released in 1970, Black Bull and White Snake is an action and drama film directed by Lin Fu-Ti, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. In Chinese folklore a white snake symbolizes a woman, especially an evil type of woman, while a black bull typifies a man, robust, strong and virile. "Black Bull and White Snake", a film version of Young Nien-ts'u's best-selling novel of the same title, is exactly about a white snake-woman, having been sold into prostitution at an early age, is rescued by a black bull of a man only to fall back into the gutter again. A production from the Grand Motion Picture Company, "Black Bull and White Snake" stars Chiang Ching and newcomer Tien Yeh.
Who’s in it. Black Bull and White Snake stars Chiang Ching as Ma's wife/White Snake, Tien Yeh as Ma Chih-Piao/Black Bull, Gam Tiu as Yang Zu-Shou and Wu Pin-Nan as Old Hung Mao, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black Bull and White Snake page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black Bull and White Snake 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 Black Bull and White Snake (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black Bull and White Snake change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Black Bull and White Snake?
- Black Bull and White Snake stars Chiang Ching, Tien Yeh, Gam Tiu, Wu Pin-Nan and Cecilia Chan Lai-Wan.
- When was Black Bull and White Snake released?
- Black Bull and White Snake was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.