The Thundering Mantis
癲螳螂
“Mad, Bad and Insane”
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About
Ah Chi (Ka-Yan Leung) is obsessed with the martial arts and, more often than not, his kung-fu clowning gets him into trouble. Ending up facing Hsia (Eddie Ko) of the notorious Jade Brotherhood is inevitable. As a result, Hsia forces Chi's martial arts master to expel him. Masterless and working for a fish vendor, Chi meets a crafty kid (Yat Lung Wong), whose uncle Chow Tung (Chin Yuet Sang) is a master of the Insane Mantis style. The Jade Brotherhood aims for control of the small town but Chi is training with a new Master and will not accept bullies in the neighbourhood.
Cast
Bryan Leung Kar-Yan
as Ah Chi
Chang Hai-Fen
as Shu Len
Eddy Ko Hung
as Shiao Tse Tung
Wong Yat-Lung
as The Kid
Chin Yuet-Sang
as Grandfather
Li Kun
as Fish shop owner
Fang Mian
as Shu Len's Father
Ma Chin-Ku
as White Suit Underboss
Sun Lan
as Pharmacy Boss
Shih Ting-Ken
as Underboss' Lead Thug
Ou Li-Bao
as Waiter
Chang Fu-Chien
as Student
Pang San
as Thug
Pei De-Yun
as Street Vendor
Li Chu-Yong
as Thug
Li Long-Yin
as Thug
Hung Ji-Yue
as Boatman
Ko Chang-Sheng
as Thug
Robert Tai
as Jade Horse Gang Thug
Chu Ko
as Student
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Stream The Thundering Mantis online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about action movie originally produced in Chinese and released in 1980, it's earned a solid 5.8/10 from 9 viewers worldwide.
About The Thundering Mantis
“Mad, Bad and Insane”
Ah Chi (Ka-Yan Leung) is obsessed with the martial arts and, more often than not, his kung-fu clowning gets him into trouble. Ending up facing Hsia (Eddie Ko) of the notorious Jade Brotherhood is inevitable. As a result, Hsia forces Chi's martial arts master to expel him. Masterless and working for a fish vendor, Chi meets a crafty kid (Yat Lung Wong), whose uncle Chow Tung (Chin Yuet Sang) is a master of the Insane Mantis style. The Jade Brotherhood aims for control of the small town but Chi is training with a new Master and will not accept bullies in the neighbourhood. Running 93 minutes.
The Thundering Mantis Cast and Characters
The cast features Bryan Leung Kar-Yan (as Ah Chi), Chang Hai-Fen (as Shu Len), Eddy Ko Hung (as Shiao Tse Tung), Wong Yat-Lung (as The Kid), and Chin Yuet-Sang (as Grandfather). Their performances are a major reason The Thundering Mantis has built such a passionate audience.
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The Thundering Mantis flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is action sequences that don't feel cheap. If you enjoy Chinese storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is The Thundering Mantis?
The Thundering Mantis runs for 93 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is The Thundering Mantis good? What's the rating?
The Thundering Mantis holds a 5.8/10 rating based on 9 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of The Thundering Mantis?
The main cast includes Bryan Leung Kar-Yan, Chang Hai-Fen, Eddy Ko Hung, and Wong Yat-Lung, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Thundering Mantis available in Chinese?
Yes — The Thundering Mantis was originally produced in Chinese and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Thundering Mantis released?
The Thundering Mantis was released in 1980.
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What is The Thundering Mantis about?
The Thundering Mantis is a Action film. Ah Chi (Ka-Yan Leung) is obsessed with the martial arts and, more often than not, his kung-fu clowning gets him into trouble. Ending up facing Hsia (Eddie Ko) of the notorious Jade Brotherhood is inevitable. As a result, Hsia forces Chi's martial arts master to expel him. Masterless and working for a fish vendor, Chi meets a crafty kid (Yat Lung Wong), whose uncle Chow Tung (Chin Yuet Sang) is a master of the Insane Mantis style. The Jade Brotherhood aims for control of the small town but Chi is training with a new Master and will not accept bullies in the neighbourhood.
When was The Thundering Mantis released?
The Thundering Mantis was released on January 3, 1980. It has a runtime of 1h 33m. The film was produced by East Asia Film (H. K.) Co..
Who stars in The Thundering Mantis?
The Thundering Mantis stars Bryan Leung Kar-Yan, Chang Hai-Fen, Eddy Ko Hung and Wong Yat-Lung. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Thundering Mantis available in HD?
Yes, The Thundering Mantis is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.