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The Return of the Shaolin Chef (1985): Cast

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The Return of the Shaolin Chef is a 1985 action comedy directed by Godfrey Ho and Kim Jung-yong, starring Elton Jeong Jin-Hwa as Colin, Mike Wang Ryong and Jang Cheol. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes.

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The Return of the Shaolin Chef (1985) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 38m (98 min)
Directors
Godfrey Ho and Kim Jung-yong
Genres
Action , Comedy
Original language
Korean
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Return of the Shaolin Chef About?

The premise of The Return of the Shaolin Chef without spoilers.

After a brief war, a personal vendetta consumes the fighters. Ko Lin murders outlaw Hung Lau’s brother, prompting Hung Lau to slaughter Ko Lin’s entire family. Driven by revenge, Hung Lau retreats to master the lethal “natural fist” style of kung‑fu. Their rivalry culminates in an intense, deadly duel.

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Cast & crew

The Return of the Shaolin Chef Cast & Characters

Elton Jeong Jin-Hwa leads the cast as Colin, with Mike Wang Ryong and Jang Cheol. Directed by Godfrey Ho and Kim Jung-yong; 9 actors are credited in all.

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From the directors

More from Godfrey Ho and Kim Jung-yong

More films directed by Godfrey Ho and Kim Jung-yong: Manhattan Chase, Men Behind the Sun 3: A Narrow Escape, Deadly Target and Undefeatable.

Details

The Return of the Shaolin Chef Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “Magnificent Natural Fist” and “Shaolin Fist Fighter”.

Also known as
  • Magnificent Natural Fist
  • Shaolin Fist Fighter
  • Dolaon solimsa jubangjang
  • Return of the Chief to Shaolin Temple
  • Le poing magnifique de Shaolin

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The Return of the Shaolin Chef FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Return of the Shaolin Chef, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Return of the Shaolin Chef?

The Return of the Shaolin Chef runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

When was The Return of the Shaolin Chef released?

The Return of the Shaolin Chef was released on March 5, 1985.

Who directed The Return of the Shaolin Chef?

The Return of the Shaolin Chef was directed by Godfrey Ho and Kim Jung-yong.

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Who is in the cast of The Return of the Shaolin Chef?

The Return of the Shaolin Chef stars Elton Jeong Jin-Hwa as Colin, Mike Wang Ryong and Jang Cheol, among 9 credited actors.

Does The Return of the Shaolin Chef have a post-credit scene?

No. The Return of the Shaolin Chef has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Return of the Shaolin Chef in?

The original language of The Return of the Shaolin Chef is Korean.

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