Heaven and Hell (1980): cast, story & where to watch

1980 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 1980, Heaven and Hell is an action and fantasy film directed by Chang Cheh, running about 98 minutes.

What it’s about. Actors David Chaing and Alexander Fu Sheng join director Chang Cheh and the rest of the Five Deadly Venoms crew for a supernatural martial arts epic that takes the action to another plane of reality entirely. When a fallen angel descends to the Earth on a mission to storm the underworld, a love shared between angels and humans offers telling testament to the power of a lucky ghost. In the battle that follows, both the living and the dead will discover that a war waged in hell could have consequences that resound forever

Who’s in it. Heaven and Hell stars Li Yi-Min as Heaven Chief Guard Xin Ling / Taxi Driver, Alexander Fu Sheng as Chen Ding, David Chiang as Zhou Bao, Liang Xiao Palace and Chiang Sheng as Na Cha, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Heaven and Hell 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 Heaven and Hell page.

If you liked it. Fans of Heaven and Hell 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 Heaven and Hell (1980)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Heaven and Hell change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Heaven and Hell worth watching?
Heaven and Hell holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Heaven and Hell?
Heaven and Hell stars Li Yi-Min, Alexander Fu Sheng, David Chiang, Chiang Sheng and Maggie Li Lin-Lin.
When was Heaven and Hell released?
Heaven and Hell was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.