Stranger from Canton (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1973, Stranger from Canton is an action and drama film directed by Yeo Ban Yee, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. Japan has already occupied Korea and now China. Chin, a young woman understands that the Motherland demands all her children to be brave, and sacrifice their lives for the liberation. Disguised as a prostitute, she will board a train to help a Chinese guerrilla group defeat a Japanese army convoy.
Who’s in it. Stranger from Canton stars Jason Pai Piao as Fong Chin, Tony Lou Chun-Ku as Wong Lee, Nancy Sit Ka-Yin as Patriot and Thompson Kao Kang as Ang Kang, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Stranger from Canton 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 Stranger from Canton page.
If you liked it. Fans of Stranger from Canton 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 Stranger from Canton (1973)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Stranger from Canton change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Stranger from Canton worth watching?
- Stranger from Canton holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Stranger from Canton?
- Stranger from Canton stars Jason Pai Piao, Tony Lou Chun-Ku, Nancy Sit Ka-Yin, Thompson Kao Kang and Shek Sau.
- When was Stranger from Canton released?
- Stranger from Canton was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.