The 36th Chamber of Shaolin
1978, Chinese. Directed by Lau Kar-leung.
He who struggles initially, might succeed eventually, and even finally.
During the Qing Dynasty, a fishmonger is killed by the reigning Manchu government for supporting the anti-government movement; his son manages to escape to Shaolin Temple, where he plans to learn its secretive brand of martial arts to seek revenge.
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
- R
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The 36th Chamber of Shaolin is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Lau Kar-leungDirector
- Gordon Liu Chia-huiLiu Yu-de / Monk San Ta
- Lo LiehGeneral Tien Ta
- John Cheung Ng-LongLord Cheng
- Wilson Tong Wai-ShingLord Tang San-yao
- Wa LunLiu Yu-de's Classmate
- Hon Kwok-choiLin Zhen
- Lau Kar-WingGeneral Yin
- Wai WangTeacher Ho
- Chen Szu-ChiaYien Pin, Teacher Ho's Assistant
- Wong Ching-HoLiu Yu-de's Father
- Woo Wang-DaatShaolin Abbot
- Lee Hoi-SangShaolin Justice Officer
Details
- Released
- 2 February 1978
- Original title
- 少林三十六房
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Ni Kuang
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The 36th Chamber of Shaolin: quick answers
What comes after The 36th Chamber of Shaolin?
Next in the series: Return to the 36th Chamber (1980) and Disciples of the 36th Chamber (1985).
Is The 36th Chamber of Shaolin worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 534 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The 36th Chamber of Shaolin?
The 36th Chamber of Shaolin runs 116 minutes (1h 56m).
Does The 36th Chamber of Shaolin have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The 36th Chamber of Shaolin. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The 36th Chamber of Shaolin parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The 36th Chamber of Shaolin is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The 36th Chamber of Shaolin on?
The 36th Chamber of Shaolin is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The 36th Chamber of Shaolin?
If you liked The 36th Chamber of Shaolin, try Fist of Legend, The Five Venoms, Executioners from Shaolin.
Who directed The 36th Chamber of Shaolin?
The 36th Chamber of Shaolin (1978) was directed by Lau Kar-leung and stars Gordon Liu Chia-hui, Lo Lieh, John Cheung Ng-Long.