A Chinese Ghost Story
1987, Cantonese. Directed by Tony Ching Siu-tung.
Old Evil is coming to collect the bride.
A naïve young tax collector for the imperial government winds up spending the night in a haunted temple. There he falls in love with a beautiful woman who, unfortunately, is dead. With the aid of a powerful Daoist Swordsman, he must defeat undead hordes, overcome a sinister Tree Demoness, and descend to the pits of hell, to fight for the spirit he loves.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Cantonese
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch A Chinese Ghost Story
A Chinese Ghost Story is streaming on Tencent Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Tony Ching Siu-tungDirector
- Leslie Cheung Kwok-wingLing Choi-san
- Joey WongLip Siu Sin
- Wu MaSwordsman Yin Chek-ha
- Lau Siu-mingTree Demon
- David Lam WaiSwordsman Hsia Hou
- Fanny Sit Chi-LunSiu Ching
- David WuSecretary Chiu
- Wong JingJudge
- Huang HaBoss at Tavern
- Sze Mei-YeeSells Paintings
- Chiang KamPoliceman
- Yeung Yau-CheungSells Charms
Details
- Released
- 18 July 1987
- Original title
- 倩女幽魂
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Yuen Kai-chi
- Budget
- $1.3M
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What A Chinese Ghost Story is based on
A Chinese Ghost Story is based on Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio (1740) by Pu Songling.
1740
Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio
By Pu Songling
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A Chinese Ghost Story: quick answers
What comes after A Chinese Ghost Story?
Next in the series: A Chinese Ghost Story II (1990) and A Chinese Ghost Story III (1991).
Is A Chinese Ghost Story worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 360 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is A Chinese Ghost Story?
A Chinese Ghost Story runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does A Chinese Ghost Story have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for A Chinese Ghost Story. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
A Chinese Ghost Story parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
A Chinese Ghost Story is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is A Chinese Ghost Story on?
A Chinese Ghost Story is streaming on Tencent Video in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like A Chinese Ghost Story?
If you liked A Chinese Ghost Story, try A Chinese Ghost Story II, Mr. Vampire, The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones.
Who directed A Chinese Ghost Story?
A Chinese Ghost Story (1987) was directed by Tony Ching Siu-tung and stars Leslie Cheung Kwok-wing, Joey Wong, Wu Ma.
What is A Chinese Ghost Story based on?
A Chinese Ghost Story is based on Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio (1740) by Pu Songling.