Shaolin Death Squads (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1977, Shaolin Death Squads is an action and adventure film directed by Chan Siu-Pang, running about 77 minutes. “Brute force destroys reign of terror!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Within the walls of the Shaolin Temple are perhaps some of the most powerful and mastered martial arts fighters in the world. Shaolin Death Squads deals with these relentless monks of combat and their struggle to keep the Shaolin Temple from being overthrown by the evil Qing Emperor Yung Cheng.
Who’s in it. Shaolin Death Squads stars Polly Shang-Kuan Ling-Feng as Lu Siniang, Cliff Lok, Carter Wong as Emperor Yong Zheng and Yang Wei, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Shaolin Death Squads has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shaolin Death Squads page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shaolin Death Squads 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 Death Squads (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shaolin Death Squads change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shaolin Death Squads worth watching?
- Shaolin Death Squads holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shaolin Death Squads?
- Shaolin Death Squads stars Polly Shang-Kuan Ling-Feng, Cliff Lok, Carter Wong, Yang Wei and Lung Fei.
- When was Shaolin Death Squads released?
- Shaolin Death Squads was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.