The Eighteen Jade Arhats (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1978, The Eighteen Jade Arhats is an action film directed by Cheung Git, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. The eighteen jade claws are prized possessions, transmitting Arhat power to worthy fighters whose legendary feats of strength and powers bestow honour on the temple. But when misused, the power can be devastating. A mysterious assassin is killing everyone who stands in his way to claim the legendary jade claws and learn 18-Lohan style kung fu - and there is only one noble fighter alive who can defeat this ruthless killer.
Who’s in it. The Eighteen Jade Arhats stars Lo Lieh as Ku Ying Pong, Chang Yi as Wong Chung Wei, Phillip Ko Fai as Lo and Tung Li as Wei's servant, Yi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Eighteen Jade Arhats has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Eighteen Jade Arhats page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Eighteen Jade Arhats 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 The Eighteen Jade Arhats (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Eighteen Jade Arhats change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Eighteen Jade Arhats worth watching?
- The Eighteen Jade Arhats holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Eighteen Jade Arhats?
- The Eighteen Jade Arhats stars Lo Lieh, Chang Yi, Phillip Ko Fai, Tung Li and Polly Shang-Kuan Ling-Feng.
- When was The Eighteen Jade Arhats released?
- The Eighteen Jade Arhats was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.