The Monk (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film
Released in 1975, The Monk is a notable film directed by Dean Shek.
What it’s about. A monk is expelled from a monastery because he was found with a dirty magazine under his pillow. He falls in with a gang of villains, who hire him because of his martial arts skills. He later returns to the monastery where (for reasons unexplained), he fights his former buddy-monk.
Who’s in it. The Monk stars Yen Shi-Kwan as Ta Chi, Dean Shek as Si Hung, Fung Hak-On as Foon Ying and Eddy Ko as Ban Fong's boss, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Monk page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Monk (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Monk change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Monk?
- The Monk stars Yen Shi-Kwan, Dean Shek, Fung Hak-On, Eddy Ko and Shirley Wong Sa-Lee.
- When was The Monk released?
- The Monk was released in 1975.