The New One-Armed Swordsman
1971, Chinese. Directed by Chang Cheh.
It slashes! It smashes! It rips you apart! It's the bloodiest weapon of the martial arts! Watch it outdo Kung-Fu!
Lei Li lost his right-arm in a sword duel with the master of a martial arts school, long ago. Now, he is able to defend himself well with just his left arm, and kung fu techniques. That he proves with just the help of his friend Chung-Chieng, when he crosses his path with a beautiful girl in need, Pao Chiao. Even against impossible odds, he will prove a great warrior.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
- R
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 85 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The New One-Armed Swordsman is streaming on ARROW in India.
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Cast & crew
- Chang ChehDirector
- David Chiang Da-weiLei Li
- Ti LungFeng Junjie / Hero Fung
- Li ChingBa Jiao
- Ku FengLong Yizhi / Lung Er Zi
- Chan SingChief Chan Chun Nam
- Wong ChungTiger Mansion Leader Jin Fen
- Liu GangTiger Mansion Leader Jin Yi
- Huang Pei-ChihTiger Mansion Leader Chen Jie
- Wang Kuang-YuTiger Mansion Leader Fan Yun He
- Wong Ching-HoBoss Li
- Shum LoBlacksmith Ba
- Cheng LuiChieftain Ho Wai
Details
- Released
- 7 February 1971
- Original title
- 新獨臂刀
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Ni Kuang
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The New One-Armed Swordsman: quick answers
What should I watch before The New One-Armed Swordsman?
Watch The One-Armed Swordsman (1967) and Return of the One-Armed Swordsman (1969) first.
What comes after The New One-Armed Swordsman?
Next in the series: The One Armed Swordsmen (1976).
Is The New One-Armed Swordsman worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 85 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The New One-Armed Swordsman?
The New One-Armed Swordsman runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does The New One-Armed Swordsman have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The New One-Armed Swordsman. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The New One-Armed Swordsman parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The New One-Armed Swordsman is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The New One-Armed Swordsman on?
The New One-Armed Swordsman is streaming on ARROW in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The New One-Armed Swordsman?
If you liked The New One-Armed Swordsman, try Walking with the Enemy, Outlaws - For Greater Glory, Field of Lost Shoes.
Who directed The New One-Armed Swordsman?
The New One-Armed Swordsman (1971) was directed by Chang Cheh and stars David Chiang Da-wei, Ti Lung, Li Ching.