The Magnificent Chivalry (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1971, The Magnificent Chivalry is an action, drama, adventure and history film directed by Li Su, running about 81 minutes.
What it’s about. Hong Kong superstar Jimmy "One Arm Boxer" Wang Yu stars as the Bamboo blade, China's top swordsman. His services are rendered by the Imperial treasury who want him to infiltrate a powerful gang of Highwaymen and get back the stolen silver bullion. After numerous deadly encounters the gang are beaten by the bamboo sword and only the gang leader remains, however he is a lot tougher than was originally bargained for.
Who’s in it. The Magnificent Chivalry stars Jimmy Wang Yu, Tien Yeh, Lung Fei and Sit Hon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Magnificent Chivalry 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 Magnificent Chivalry page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Magnificent Chivalry 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 Magnificent Chivalry (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Magnificent Chivalry change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Magnificent Chivalry worth watching?
- The Magnificent Chivalry holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, adventure and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Magnificent Chivalry?
- The Magnificent Chivalry stars Jimmy Wang Yu, Tien Yeh, Lung Fei, Sit Hon and Shan Mao.
- When was The Magnificent Chivalry released?
- The Magnificent Chivalry was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.