The Swift Knight (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1971, The Swift Knight is an action film directed by Chang-Hwa Jeong, running about 80 minutes.
What it’s about. In a rare reversal of typecasting, Shaw Brothers' perennial bad guy Lo Lieh breaks tradition to play the honorable and noble swordsman in The Swift Knight. It's a tale of brave knights, chivalry and fair maidens where the Swift Knight (Lo Lieh) finds himself involved in romance, court intrigue and deadly jousts while trying to protect the lives of a pair of siblings as the fate of the throne depends on them.
Who’s in it. The Swift Knight stars Lo Lieh as Lai Ru Feng (Lei Feng), Margaret Hsing Hui as Xian Qin, Chin Han as Liu Hsuan Ping and Wang Hsieh as Chu Pao, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, The Swift Knight 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 Swift Knight page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Swift Knight 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 Swift Knight (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Swift Knight change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Swift Knight worth watching?
- The Swift Knight holds an audience score of 5.9 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 Swift Knight?
- The Swift Knight stars Lo Lieh, Margaret Hsing Hui, Chin Han, Wang Hsieh and Tung Lam.
- When was The Swift Knight released?
- The Swift Knight was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.