Coward Bastard (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 4.8

Released in 1980, Coward Bastard is an action and comedy film directed by Kuei Chih-Hung, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. The plot is a trifle about an obnoxious restaurant delivery boy causing trouble with some local bad guys for the cook who secretly knows kung fu, eventually learning some techniques and finally, with the cook, confronting the bad guys.
Who’s in it. Coward Bastard stars Meng Yuen-Man as Ah Qi, Yuen Wah as Zhang Biao, Yau Chui-Ling as Hsiao Ying and Wang Sha as Boss Su, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Coward Bastard has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Coward Bastard page.
If you liked it. Fans of Coward Bastard 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 Coward Bastard (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Coward Bastard change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Coward Bastard worth watching?
- Coward Bastard holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Coward Bastard?
- Coward Bastard stars Meng Yuen-Man, Yuen Wah, Yau Chui-Ling, Wang Sha and Johnny Wang Lung-Wei.
- When was Coward Bastard released?
- Coward Bastard was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.