The Brave and the Evil (1971): cast, story & where to watch

1971 · Film

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Released in 1971, The Brave and the Evil is an action and drama film directed by Jimmy Wang Yu, running about 106 minutes.

What it’s about. Wang Yu stars as the charismatic martial arts master Iron Palm who crosses paths on the road with angry swordswoman Hung (Shang-Kuan Ling Feng, Dragon Inn). She's out to get revenge for her father who was killed by a band of ruthless bandits (Paul Chang Chun, Kenneth Tsang, Sit Hon, and Man Chung San). After their fateful encounter, Iron Palm decides to covertly assist Hung in her quest.

Who’s in it. The Brave and the Evil stars Jimmy Wang Yu as Bai Sifeng, Polly Shang-Kuan Ling-Feng as Hong Tianjiao, Paul Chang Chung as Zhao Yi Long and Kenneth Tsang as Bandit Jie Fei, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Brave and the Evil page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Brave and the Evil 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 Brave and the Evil (1971)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Brave and the Evil change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Brave and the Evil?
The Brave and the Evil stars Jimmy Wang Yu, Polly Shang-Kuan Ling-Feng, Paul Chang Chung, Kenneth Tsang and Sit Hon.
When was The Brave and the Evil released?
The Brave and the Evil was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.