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The Assassin

19672h 1mChang Cheh
IMDb 6.6

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Yu is a swordsman who is betrayed by a jealous rival, but initially seeks a life of simple pleasures until an accidental meeting with another patriot sets him back on the road to bloody, brutal vengeance.

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What is The Assassin (1967) about?

Yu is a swordsman who is betrayed by a jealous rival, but initially seeks a life of simple pleasures until an accidental meeting with another patriot sets him back on the road to bloody, brutal vengeance.

Who stars in The Assassin?

The Assassin stars Jimmy Wang Yu (Nie Zheng), Lisa Chiao Chiao (Xia Ying), Li Hsiang-Chun (Nie Rong), Chiu Sam-Yin (Concubine Zhao), Huang Tsung-Hsun (Premier Han Kui). The film was directed by Chang Cheh.

How long is The Assassin?

The Assassin has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1967.

Is The Assassin worth watching?

The Assassin holds an IMDb rating of 6.6/10. Fans of Action, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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