Monkey Kung Fu
1979, Cantonese. Directed by John Law Ma.
A small-time crook goes in search of the other half of a wooden keepsake which will lead him to the legendary kung fu technique of the Gibbon Clan Fist.
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Cantonese
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- John Law MaDirector
- Tony ChingWei Chung
- Hau Chiu-SingZhou (Gibbon pupil)
- Lam Fai-WongKung fu instructor
- Fong PingBrothel madam
- Shum LoRestaurant owner
- Wong Mei-MeiKung Fu Master at kung-fu school
- Tony LeungTung's eyepatch fighter/Thug [two roles]
- Chiang ChengMa Siu Tien / Tung's red headband fight
- Wan FatTung's grey hair fighter
- Kwan FungTung Hei Fung / Tung Jin Man
- Lee Chun-WaBlacksmith
- Sham Chin-BoKung Fu assistant instructor
Details
- Released
- 5 May 1979
- Original title
- 出籠馬騮
- Country
- Hong Kong
- Written by
- John Law Ma, Szeto On
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How long is Monkey Kung Fu?
Monkey Kung Fu runs 89 minutes (1h 29m).
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Which OTT platform is Monkey Kung Fu on?
Monkey Kung Fu isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Monkey Kung Fu?
If you liked Monkey Kung Fu, try Never Back Down: Revolt, Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, Golden Job.
Who directed Monkey Kung Fu?
Monkey Kung Fu (1979) was directed by John Law Ma and stars Tony Ching, Hau Chiu-Sing, Lam Fai-Wong.