The Swordmates (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1969, The Swordmates is an action and adventure film directed by Cheung Ying, running about 76 minutes.
What it’s about. Ming dynasty traitors have sent a secret message in a jade goddess statuette, containing their plans of treason to help tribal warlords usurp power from the Ming government. The message and statue being intercepted, powerful swordsmen (and a swordswoman) of a famed security company are hired to protect the statue and its hidden message.
Who’s in it. The Swordmates stars Chin Ping as Li Yan-Niang, Huang Tsung-Hsun as Li Fei-Lung, Wong Chung-Shun as Li Fei-Lung and Wang Hsieh as Wang Tian-Piao, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Swordmates 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 Swordmates page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Swordmates 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 The Swordmates (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Swordmates change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Swordmates worth watching?
- The Swordmates holds an audience score of 5.8 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 The Swordmates?
- The Swordmates stars Chin Ping, Huang Tsung-Hsun, Wong Chung-Shun, Wang Hsieh and Yang Chi-Ching.
- When was The Swordmates released?
- The Swordmates was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.