King Gambler (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1976, King Gambler is an action film directed by Cheng Kang, running about 119 minutes.
What it’s about. Chan is Peng Tianshi, who becomes the "Card Tyrant" in response to the gambling world dominance of the Sha family. But Peng also has a Sha family member blinded in retaliation for an earlier loss, leaving the Sha family with a debt of vengeance that needs to be repaid! Sha Tong (Zong Hua) sets in motion an elaborate plan to make turn the rich and affluent Peng into a penniless former king of the gambling world! But can the "Card Tyrant" be bested?
Who’s in it. King Gambler stars Tsung Hua as Sha Tong, Gamble King, Chung Wah as Sha Tong, Gamble King, Chen Kuan-Tai as Peng Tian Shi, Card Tyrant and Chen Ping as Mrs Peng Tian Shi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, King Gambler has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch King Gambler page.
If you liked it. Fans of King Gambler 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 King Gambler (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for King Gambler change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is King Gambler worth watching?
- King Gambler holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in King Gambler?
- King Gambler stars Tsung Hua, Chung Wah, Chen Kuan-Tai, Chen Ping and Shih Chung-Tien.
- When was King Gambler released?
- King Gambler was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.