
Secret of the Shaolin Poles
1977, Chinese. Directed by Tsai Yang-Ming.
Legendary Chinese rebel Fong Sai Yuk (Fei Meng) takes on the Manchu dynasty in this high-octane martial arts actioner. After killing one of the governor's thugs, Fong must not only elude authorities, but also face a deadly assassin. Discovering the governor has murdered his two kung fu brothers, Fong vows to take on the corrupt leader. The film includes a slew of awe-inspiring battles using lethal Shaolin poles.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
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- Released
- 28 April 1977
- Original title
- Fang Shi Yu da po mei hua zhuang
- Country
- Taiwan
- Written by
- Chiu Kang-Chien, Wu Huan
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Secret of the Shaolin Poles runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
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Secret of the Shaolin Poles isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like Secret of the Shaolin Poles?
If you liked Secret of the Shaolin Poles, try Return to the 36th Chamber, Disciples of the 36th Chamber, Executioners from Shaolin.
Who directed Secret of the Shaolin Poles?
Secret of the Shaolin Poles (1977) was directed by Tsai Yang-Ming and stars Mang Fei, Yasuaki Kurata, Dorian Tan Tao-Liang.