The Protectors (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1975, The Protectors is an action film directed by Wu Ma, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. Ling (Lo Lieh) and Guan are the Black and White Chiefs of the Eagle Escort security firm: during the opening credit sequence, we see them recover a stolen shipment of gold; by the time the credits have run, the two are literally knee-deep in bodies.
Who’s in it. The Protectors stars Lo Lieh as Chief Ling Xiao, Cheung Pooi-Saan as Chief Guan Wang Long, Wang Hsieh as Jin Buhuan and Yeung Oi-Wa as Fang Yan Er, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Protectors 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 Protectors page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Protectors 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 Protectors (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Protectors change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Protectors worth watching?
- The Protectors holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Protectors?
- The Protectors stars Lo Lieh, Cheung Pooi-Saan, Wang Hsieh, Yeung Oi-Wa and Lee Sau-Kei.
- When was The Protectors released?
- The Protectors was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.