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Enter the Game of Death (1978): Cast & Plot

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Enter the Game of Death is a 1978 action film directed by Lam Kwok-Cheung and Choi Wu-hyeong, starring Bolo Yeung Sze as Bolo, Steve James and Lee Hoi-Sang. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes.

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Enter the Game of Death (1978) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Directors
Lam Kwok-Cheung and Choi Wu-hyeong
Genre
Action
Original language
Cantonese
Studio
Chang Enterprises Co
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Enter the Game of Death About?

The premise of Enter the Game of Death without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

As World War II looms and China anticipates invasion by Germany and Japan, Mr. Ang is hired by a Chinese faction to retrieve a secret document hidden on the top floor of a tower. Rival groups also seek the file, forcing Ang to battle his way upward through relentless combat to secure the prize.

Enter the Game of Death Themes & Keywords

· 17 tags
  • bruceploitation
  • chinese
  • kung fu fighting
  • kung fu
  • jeet kune do
  • action violence
  • violence
  • roundhouse kick
  • martial artist
  • martial arts master
  • asian
  • hand to hand combat
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  • chop socky
  • fistfight
  • brawl
  • martial arts
  • fight
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Cast & crew

Enter the Game of Death Cast & Characters

Bolo Yeung Sze leads the cast as Bolo, with Steve James as Black Martial Artist and Lee Hoi-Sang. Directed by Lam Kwok-Cheung and Choi Wu-hyeong; 13 actors are credited in all.

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Plot

Enter the Game of Death Plot Summary

What happens in Enter the Game of Death from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

A mysterious Chinese document lies hidden in the Tower of Death, coveted by the ruthless Japanese occupiers who will stop at nothing to seize it.

Meanwhile, a Chinese fighter named Mr. Ang trains in the forest, preparing for the road ahead. He faces a string of Japanese challengers, and among them is the infamous main henchman Bolo Bolo Yeung Sze. Mr. Ang proves his skill by defeating the others, but he has to flee when Bolo pulls out a sword and closes in.

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Enter the Game of Death Trailers & Videos

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Enter the Game of Death Also Known As

17 alternative titles, including “Si wang mo ta” and “The King of Kung Fu”.

Also known as
  • Si wang mo ta
  • The King of Kung Fu
  • Bruce Lee - Das Spiel des Todes
  • بازی مرگ
  • 十字手拳
  • Cross Hands Martial Arts
  • Sibjasugwon
  • 십자수권
  • 사망마탑
  • Les six épreuves de la Mort
  • Śmiertelne pięści Shaolinu
  • Operação Jogo da Morte
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  • Entre no Jogo de Morte
  • Das Spiel des Todes
  • Intrarea în jocul morții
  • Les 6 épreuves de la Mort
  • ไอ้หมัดมหัศจรรย์

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Enter the Game of Death FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Enter the Game of Death, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Enter the Game of Death?

Enter the Game of Death runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was Enter the Game of Death released?

Enter the Game of Death was released on November 2, 1978.

Who directed Enter the Game of Death?

Enter the Game of Death was directed by Lam Kwok-Cheung and Choi Wu-hyeong.

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Who is in the cast of Enter the Game of Death?

Enter the Game of Death stars Bolo Yeung Sze as Bolo, Steve James as Black Martial Artist and Lee Hoi-Sang, among 13 credited actors.

Does Enter the Game of Death have a post-credit scene?

No. Enter the Game of Death has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Enter the Game of Death in?

The original language of Enter the Game of Death is Cantonese.

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