Return of the Dead (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1979, Return of the Dead is a fantasy and horror film directed by Li Han-Hsiang, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Three inmates in an asylum tell their stories. Story 1, a husband and wife discover they should be careful what they wish for. Story 2, a naked female ghost gets revenge from her watery grave. Story 3, a dead prostitute returns as a ghost.
Who’s in it. Return of the Dead stars Choh Seung-Wan as Xiao Yun Yu, Ku Feng as Wang Zhi He, Chan Wai-Ying as Meng Wei and Wong Chun as Kao Tai-Zhang, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Return of the Dead has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Return of the Dead page.
If you liked it. Fans of Return of the Dead tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Return of the Dead (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Return of the Dead change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Return of the Dead worth watching?
- Return of the Dead holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Return of the Dead?
- Return of the Dead stars Choh Seung-Wan, Ku Feng, Chan Wai-Ying, Wong Chun and Chun Wong.