The Challenger
1979, Cantonese. Directed by Eric Tsang Chi-wai.
Two top class kung fu fighters challenge all the top kung fu masters in the land, one motivated by revenge, the other by greed. The two fighters team up to face their ultimate challenge in the form of Master Pao, played by Philip Ko.
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Cantonese
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Eric Tsang Chi-waiDirector
- David Chiang Da-weiYu Kit
- Norman Tsui Siu-keungChin Chan Hung
- Phillip Ko FaiPai Shi Chang
- Lily LiWei Ching-Fung
- Huang HaMaster Mao
- Eric Tsang Chi-waiMaster Mao's instructor
- Peter Chan LungCowardly master
- Alan Chan Kwok-kuenMaster Ho Ti-Mau
- MarsFair croupier
- Tai BoMaster Mao's student
- Lo WaiMaster Mao's student
- Benny Lai Keung-kuenSpear fighter
Details
- Released
- 24 October 1979
- Original title
- 踢館
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Ni Kuang
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How long is The Challenger?
The Challenger runs 87 minutes (1h 27m).
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Which OTT platform is The Challenger on?
The Challenger 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 Challenger?
If you liked The Challenger, try The Prodigal Son, Enter the Fat Dragon, Fearless Hyena.
Who directed The Challenger?
The Challenger (1979) was directed by Eric Tsang Chi-wai and stars David Chiang Da-wei, Norman Tsui Siu-keung, Phillip Ko Fai.