The Boxer from Shantung
1972, Chinese. Directed by Chang Cheh & Pao Hsueh-Li.
Leaving the poverty of his life in Shantung to seek fortune in Shanghai, The Boxer is instead drawn into a world of corruption, gang warfare and evil... Where his only protection is his famed fighting technique.
- Runtime
- 2h 14m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 56 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Boxer from Shantung
The Boxer from Shantung is streaming on ARROW in India.
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Cast & crew
- Chang ChehDirector
- Pao Hsueh-LiDirector
- Chen Kuan-taiMa Yung Chen
- Ching LiChin Lin Chi
- Cheng Kang-YehHsiao Chiang Bei
- David Chiang Da-weiTan Sze
- Chiang NanBoss Yang
- Fung NgaiFang Ah Gen
- Ku FengChang Chin Fa
- Tin ChingLi Caishun
- Wong ChingLu Pu
- Mario MilanoRussian Muscleman
- Chan HoChin Lin Chi's Uncle
- Lee Man-TaiInnkeeper (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 11 February 1972
- Original title
- 馬永貞
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Chang Cheh, Ni Kuang
- Budget
- $520K
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The Boxer from Shantung: quick answers
Is The Boxer from Shantung worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 56 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Boxer from Shantung?
The Boxer from Shantung runs 134 minutes (2h 14m).
Does The Boxer from Shantung have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Boxer from Shantung. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Boxer from Shantung parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Boxer from Shantung yet.
Which OTT platform is The Boxer from Shantung on?
The Boxer from Shantung is streaming on ARROW in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Boxer from Shantung?
If you liked The Boxer from Shantung, try Hidden Man, Al Capone, The Man from Hong Kong.
Who directed The Boxer from Shantung?
The Boxer from Shantung (1972) was directed by Chang Cheh and Pao Hsueh-Li and stars Chen Kuan-tai, Ching Li, Cheng Kang-Yeh.