Hapkido (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1972, Hapkido is an action film directed by Huang Feng, running about 97 minutes. “Here comes the unbreakable China doll who gives you the licking of your life!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Yu Ying, Kao and Fan return to China to start a martial arts school but are bullied by the Japanese competitor who runs the Black Bear school. The harassment leads to intense conflicts between them.
Who’s in it. Hapkido stars Angela Mao Ying as Yu Ying, Carter Wong as Kao Chung, Sammo Hung Kam-Bo as Fan Wei and Ji Han-Jae as Hapkido Master, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Hapkido 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 Hapkido page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hapkido 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 Hapkido (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hapkido change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hapkido worth watching?
- Hapkido holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hapkido?
- Hapkido stars Angela Mao Ying, Carter Wong, Sammo Hung Kam-Bo, Ji Han-Jae and Hwang In-shik.
- When was Hapkido released?
- Hapkido was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.