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19651h 24m6.3(3)

The Butterfly Chalice

蝴蝶杯

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1965-03-10
1h 24m
ZH
Released
Shaw Brothers

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The story revolves around Tian Yu Quan (Chin Feng) who rushes to the aid of an elderly fisherman who is bullied by an arrogant relative of the Qiu Shan ministry. In the heat of the ensuing battle he kills the said man and is hence chased by the district's officials. Trying to use the waterway to shake off his enemies, Yu Quan finds a true friend in the old fisherman's bark-stearing daughter, Hu Feng Lian (Ting Hung) who becomes his loyal accomplice. As symbol for his gratitude, Yu Quan bestows Feng Lian with a Butterfly Chalice to reflect their eternal friendship bond...

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Stream The Butterfly Chalice online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular action, drama, music, and history movie originally produced in Chinese and released in 1965, it's earned a solid 6.3/10 from 3 viewers worldwide.

About The Butterfly Chalice

The story revolves around Tian Yu Quan (Chin Feng) who rushes to the aid of an elderly fisherman who is bullied by an arrogant relative of the Qiu Shan ministry. In the heat of the ensuing battle he kills the said man and is hence chased by the district's officials. Trying to use the waterway to shake off his enemies, Yu Quan finds a true friend in the old fisherman's bark-stearing daughter, Hu Feng Lian (Ting Hung) who becomes his loyal accomplice. As symbol for his gratitude, Yu Quan bestows Feng Lian with a Butterfly Chalice to reflect their eternal friendship bond... Running 84 minutes.

The Butterfly Chalice Cast and Characters

The cast features Chin Feng (as Tien Yu-Chuan), Pat Ting Hung (as Hu Feng-Lien), Ching Miao (as Governor General Lu Lin), Lee Ying (as Magistrate Tien Yun-Shan), and Lee Ying (as Minister Tung Wai). Their performances are a major reason The Butterfly Chalice has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Butterfly Chalice

The Butterfly Chalice flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and 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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Where can I watch The Butterfly Chalice online for free?

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How long is The Butterfly Chalice?

The Butterfly Chalice runs for 84 minutes (about 1.4 hour).

Is The Butterfly Chalice good? What's the rating?

The Butterfly Chalice holds a 6.3/10 rating based on 3 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.

Who is in the cast of The Butterfly Chalice?

The main cast includes Chin Feng, Pat Ting Hung, Ching Miao, and Lee Ying, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Butterfly Chalice available in Chinese?

Yes — The Butterfly Chalice 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 Butterfly Chalice released?

The Butterfly Chalice was released in 1965.

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Where can I watch The Butterfly Chalice for free?

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What is The Butterfly Chalice about?

The Butterfly Chalice is a Action/Drama film. The story revolves around Tian Yu Quan (Chin Feng) who rushes to the aid of an elderly fisherman who is bullied by an arrogant relative of the Qiu Shan ministry. In the heat of the ensuing battle he kills the said man and is hence chased by the district's officials. Trying to use the waterway to shake off his enemies, Yu Quan finds a true friend in the old fisherman's bark-stearing daughter, Hu Feng Lian (Ting Hung) who becomes his loyal accomplice. As symbol for his gratitude, Yu Quan bestows Feng Lian with a Butterfly Chalice to reflect their eternal friendship bond...

When was The Butterfly Chalice released?

The Butterfly Chalice was released on March 10, 1965. It has a runtime of 1h 24m. The film was produced by Shaw Brothers.

Who stars in The Butterfly Chalice?

The Butterfly Chalice stars Chin Feng, Pat Ting Hung, Ching Miao and Lee Ying. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The Butterfly Chalice available in HD?

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