Guards of Shaolin (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 1984, Guards of Shaolin is an action film directed by William Cheung Kei, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. A troop of monks from the Shaolin Temple embark on a mission to get the Golden Sutra to Tibet after the Shaolin Abbot is killed by their traitorous teacher. They are joined on their quest by a beautiful, female warrior – with aims to avenge her father's death. They traverse forests and mountains on their mission, all the while fighting off deadly ninja assassins, vicious gangsters and even the undead.
Who’s in it. Guards of Shaolin stars Alexander Lo Rei as 1st Brother, Kim Fan, Mike Wang Ryong and Eagle Kim Young-Il as Hung Gin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Guards of Shaolin has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Guards of Shaolin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Guards of Shaolin 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 Guards of Shaolin (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Guards of Shaolin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Guards of Shaolin worth watching?
- Guards of Shaolin holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Guards of Shaolin?
- Guards of Shaolin stars Alexander Lo Rei, Kim Fan, Mike Wang Ryong, Eagle Kim Young-Il and Alan Li Hai-Hsing.
- When was Guards of Shaolin released?
- Guards of Shaolin was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.