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Action historical film

The Magic Braid (1986): Cast

The Magic Braid (1986) movie poster

The Magic Braid is a 1986 action historical film directed by Zien Zhang, starring Zhang Yan, Chen Baoguo and Xu Shouli. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes.

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The Magic Braid (1986) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 38m (98 min)
Director
Zien Zhang
Genres
Action , History
Original language
Chinese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Magic Braid About?

The premise of The Magic Braid without spoilers.

The film adapts Feng Tszitsaya’s 1942 novel, depicting a rustic merchant who owns a family‑style battle scythe. Through a series of events, he becomes entangled in a struggle with the Tianjin underworld, confronting loyalty, survival and the moral complexities of the criminal world. The story weaves personal honor with the gritty realities of the city’s hidden power structures.

The Magic Braid Themes & Keywords

· 2 tags
  • battle
  • family relationships
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Cast & crew

The Magic Braid Cast

Zhang Yan leads the cast, with Chen Baoguo and Xu Shouli. Directed by Zien Zhang; 8 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in The Magic Braid

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Details

The Magic Braid Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Shen bian” and “ไอ้เปียลุยปืน”.

Also known as
  • Shen bian
  • ไอ้เปียลุยปืน
  • Der Zauberzopf
  • Kouzelný cop

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FAQ

The Magic Braid FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Magic Braid, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Magic Braid?

The Magic Braid runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

When was The Magic Braid released?

The Magic Braid was released on January 2, 1986.

Who directed The Magic Braid?

The Magic Braid was directed by Zien Zhang.

Who is in the cast of The Magic Braid?

The Magic Braid stars Zhang Yan, Chen Baoguo and Xu Shouli, among 8 credited actors.

Does The Magic Braid have a post-credit scene?

No. The Magic Braid has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Magic Braid in?

The original language of The Magic Braid is Chinese.

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