Odd Couple (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1979, Odd Couple is an action and comedy film directed by Lau Kar-Wing, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Hailed as possibly the greatest classical weapons movie ever made and starring world-renowned martial arts master, director and action-choreographer, Sammo Hung. This film showcases some of the most spectacular and intricate weapons duels ever committed to film. Sammo Hung and Lau Kar Wing play dual roles as both masters and students of the sword and spear styles of kung fu. Comic mayhem ensues when the students get kidnapped and the masters must rescue them.
Who’s in it. Odd Couple stars Sammo Hung as King of Sabres/Ah Yo, Lau Kar-Wing as King of Spears/Stubborn Wing, Mars as Potato and Leung Kar-yan as Laughing Bandit/Scarface, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Odd Couple 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 Odd Couple page.
If you liked it. Fans of Odd Couple 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 Odd Couple (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Odd Couple change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Odd Couple worth watching?
- Odd Couple holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Odd Couple?
- Odd Couple stars Sammo Hung, Lau Kar-Wing, Mars, Leung Kar-yan and Dean Shek.
- When was Odd Couple released?
- Odd Couple was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.