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The Magnificent (1978): Cast

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The Magnificent is a 1978 action film directed by Chan Siu-Pang and Kim Hyeong-Jun, starring Casanova Wong, Chan Sing and Lam Hak-Ming. It runs 1 hour 35 minutes.

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The Magnificent (1978) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 35m (95 min)
Genre
Action
Original language
Chinese
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Magnificent About?

The premise of The Magnificent without spoilers.

After China becomes a republic, a General plans to revive the Qing dynasty. Commissioner Yao Tien‑Shan (Carter Wong) uncovers the plot involving General Na Lan Tien Hsiung and Lord Lo. Lord Lo’s daughter Wan Ying, who favors the new order, allies with Yao and Fu Fung (Casanova Wong). The General captures Lord Lo and raises an army to pursue his goal.

The Magnificent Themes & Keywords

· 10 tags
  • edited into another movie
  • qing dynasty
  • long title
  • pressure points
  • martial arts
  • secret agent
  • political unrest
  • patriotism
  • chinese revolution
  • kung fu
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Cast & crew

The Magnificent Cast & Characters

Casanova Wong leads the cast, with Chan Sing as Lan Tien-Hsiung and Lam Hak-Ming. Directed by Chan Siu-Pang and Kim Hyeong-Jun; 14 actors are credited in all.

From the directors

More from Chan Siu-Pang and Kim Hyeong-Jun

More films directed by Chan Siu-Pang and Kim Hyeong-Jun: Fists of Bruce Lee, Shaolin Death Squads and The Best of Shaolin Kung Fu.

Details

The Magnificent Also Known As

6 alternative titles, including “Dragon Master” and “Solimgwanmundolpa”.

Also known as
  • Dragon Master
  • Solimgwanmundolpa
  • Long xing dao shou jin zhong jun
  • 龍形刀手金鐘罩
  • Die glorreichen Drei
  • The Magnificent - Der Unschlagbare

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FAQ

The Magnificent FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is The Magnificent?

The Magnificent runs 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

When was The Magnificent released?

The Magnificent was released on December 9, 1978.

Who directed The Magnificent?

The Magnificent was directed by Chan Siu-Pang and Kim Hyeong-Jun.

More films by Chan Siu-Pang

Who is in the cast of The Magnificent?

The Magnificent stars Casanova Wong, Chan Sing as Lan Tien-Hsiung and Lam Hak-Ming, among 14 credited actors.

Does The Magnificent have a post-credit scene?

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

What language is The Magnificent in?

The original language of The Magnificent is Chinese.

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