Shaolin vs Black Magic (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1983, Shaolin vs Black Magic is an action and horror film directed by Wu Chia-Chun, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. The forces of evil and black magic are at it again as an ancient warrior is revived in a black magic ceremony. It is up to some young students to train themselves in the martial arts and magic to help defeat this evil man. The good Shaolin monks must also find a way to protect themselves. A couple of ninjas dressed in red appear to attack a priest. A train of hopping zombies on their journey to their ancestral burial ground briefly appear as do some vampires and demons.
Who’s in it. Shaolin vs Black Magic stars Yu Kuo-Tung as Lun Chen, Ryong Wang as Wu San, Kong Wan-Hsing as Cheng's student and Kim Yu-haeng, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Shaolin vs Black Magic sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shaolin vs Black Magic page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shaolin vs Black Magic 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 Shaolin vs Black Magic (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shaolin vs Black Magic change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shaolin vs Black Magic worth watching?
- Shaolin vs Black Magic holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Shaolin vs Black Magic?
- Shaolin vs Black Magic stars Yu Kuo-Tung, Ryong Wang, Kong Wan-Hsing, Kim Yu-haeng and Ma Chin-Ku.
- When was Shaolin vs Black Magic released?
- Shaolin vs Black Magic was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.