The Lizard
1972, Chinese. Directed by Chor Yuen.
He steals from the rich and gives to the poor! Like Robin Hood, the title hero of The Lizard is a philanthropic thief, except the Lizard makes his rounds in 1930s Shanghai. Corrupt police chief Chen Can (Law Lit) is assigned to bring down the Lizard to appease the sinister Japanese forces, but the Lizard constantly eludes his grasp. Little does Chen Can know that the wily thief actually works for him! The Lizard's true identity is the mousy Cheng Long (Ngok Wah), who dons a mask and takes to the streets to spread his righteous message.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Chor YuenDirector
- Lo LiehChief Chen Can
- Elliot Ngok WahCheng Long / Brother Dumb
- Connie Chan Po-ChuYo Xiao Ju
- Yang Chi-ChingYo Tien Biao
- Ku Wen-ChungDirector of Police Jia
- Lydia Shum Tin-HaDirector Jia's Wife
- Yuen Woo-pingCasino Thug
- Gam Tin-ChueParty guest
- Ricky Hui Koon-YingPoliceman
- Michelle YimCasino gambler
- Wu MaNiu Xiao Shan
- Yuen Yat-ChohCasino Thug
Details
- Released
- 1 November 1972
- Original title
- 壁虎
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- Chor Yuen
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How long is The Lizard?
The Lizard runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
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Which OTT platform is The Lizard on?
The Lizard isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 November 1972. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
What movies are like The Lizard?
If you liked The Lizard, try Code of Silence, In the Blood, Play Dirty.
Who directed The Lizard?
The Lizard (1972) was directed by Chor Yuen and stars Lo Lieh, Elliot Ngok Wah, Connie Chan Po-Chu.