The Roaring Lion (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1972, The Roaring Lion is a notable film directed by Dan Ng, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Lok and his friends must flee to Thailand after accidentally killing their boss. They are treated almost as slaves by some thugs who hire them as fighters in rigged fights. At first, Lok accepts the conditions under which he has been forced to live, until finally the lion becomes vengeful and confronts the thugs.
Who’s in it. The Roaring Lion stars Cliff Lok as Yu, Pai Ying as Sen Pao, Kun Li as Tung and Lee Kwan as Tung, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Roaring Lion 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 Roaring Lion page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Roaring Lion (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Roaring Lion change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Roaring Lion worth watching?
- The Roaring Lion holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Roaring Lion?
- The Roaring Lion stars Cliff Lok, Pai Ying, Kun Li, Lee Kwan and Sek Kin.
- When was The Roaring Lion released?
- The Roaring Lion was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.