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The Tournament
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The Tournament

1974-09-28 · 94 min · ★ 6.5

Action · Drama

After an unsanctioned match between a Chinese martial arts student and a Thai boxer results in disgrace for the Chinese, they determine to train and salvage their master’s reputation.

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Production details

Directors
Huang Feng
Production companies
Orange Sky Golden Harvest
Countries
Hong Kong
Status
Released

Top Cast

Angela Mao YingAngela Mao YingLau Siu-Fung
Carter Huang Chia-TaCarter Huang Chia-TaLau Siu-Fung's Brother
Maria YiMaria YiLanying
Hwang In-shikHwang In-shikJapanese Fighter
Sammo Hung Kam-boSammo Hung Kam-boMartial Arts Association Member
Wilson Tong Wai-ShingWilson Tong Wai-ShingMartial Arts Association Member
Chan ChuenChan ChuenMartial Arts Association Member
Ko Hsiang-TingKo Hsiang-TingMartial Arts Association Member
Hong Seong-joongMartial Arts Association Member
Chiang NanChiang NanMartial Arts Association Member
Kim Ki-jooMartial Arts Association Member
Chin ChunChin ChunMartial Arts Association Member
Billy Chan Wui-NgaiBilly Chan Wui-NgaiMartial Arts Association Member
Huang FengHuang FengMartial Arts Association Member
Gam Tin-ChueGam Tin-ChueMartial Arts Association Member
Guan ShanGuan ShanMartial Arts Association Boss
Wong SamWong SamContact in Thailand
Ko Hsiao-PaoKo Hsiao-PaoDumb Son
Yeung WaiYeung WaiMan with Debts
Li KunLi KunSpectator

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