The Thundering Mantis
1980, Chinese. Directed by Teddy Yip Wing-Cho.
Mad, Bad and Insane
Ah Chi (Ka-Yan Leung) is obsessed with the martial arts and, more often than not, his kung-fu clowning gets him into trouble. Ending up facing Hsia (Eddie Ko) of the notorious Jade Brotherhood is inevitable. As a result, Hsia forces Chi's martial arts master to expel him. Masterless and working for a fish vendor, Chi meets a crafty kid (Yat Lung Wong), whose uncle Chow Tung (Chin Yuet Sang) is a master of the Insane Mantis style. The Jade Brotherhood aims for control of the small town but Chi is training with a new Master and will not accept bullies in the neighbourhood.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Teddy Yip Wing-ChoDirector
- Bryan Leung Kar-yanAh Chi
- Chang Hai-FenShu Len
- Eddy Ko HungShiao Tse Tung
- Wong Yat-LungThe Kid
- Chin Yuet-SangGrandfather
- Li KunFish shop owner
- Fang MianShu Len's Father
- Ma Chin-KuWhite Suit Underboss
- Sun LanPharmacy Boss
- Shih Ting-KenUnderboss' Lead Thug
- Ou Li-BaoWaiter
- Chang Fu-ChienStudent
Details
- Released
- 3 January 1980
- Original title
- 癲螳螂
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Chang Hsin-Yi
- Box office
- $25K
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How long is The Thundering Mantis?
The Thundering Mantis runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
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The Thundering Mantis parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Thundering Mantis is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Thundering Mantis on?
The Thundering Mantis isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Thundering Mantis?
If you liked The Thundering Mantis, try The Storm Riders, The Big Brawl, Shaolin Wooden Men.
Who directed The Thundering Mantis?
The Thundering Mantis (1980) was directed by Teddy Yip Wing-Cho and stars Bryan Leung Kar-yan, Chang Hai-Fen, Eddy Ko Hung.