Heroes of the East
中華丈夫
“There is nothing more terrifying than the ninja... except death!”
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When a series of martial misunderstandings spirals into an international incident, a Chinese martial arts student struggling to relate to his new Japanese wife is forced to take on seven of Japan's most powerful martial arts masters, each an expert in a different discipline, ranging from karate to samurai to ninjitsu.
Cast
Gordon Liu Chia-Hui
as Ho To
Yuka Mizuno
as Kung Zi
Cheng Kang-Yeh
as Shou Kwan
Ching Miao
as Ho To's Father
Yasuaki Kurata
as Takeno
Naozo Kato
as Senior Master Kato
Riki Harada
as Japanese Kendo Master
Tetsu Sumi
as Japanese Karate Master
Manabu Shirai
as Japanese Nunchaku Master
Nobuo Yana
as Japanese Spear Master
Yasutaka Nakazaki
as Japanese Sai Master
Hitoshi Ōmae
as Japanese Judo Master
Lau Kar-Leung
as Master So
Norman Tsui Siu-Keung
as Wang Chun Keung
Huang Pa-Ching
as Third Uncle
Ou-Yang Sha-Fei
as Third Aunt
Simon Yuen Siu-Tien
as Ho To's Sifu
Chow Siu-Loi
as Ho To's Sifu
Lee Hoi-Sang
as Martial Art Student (uncredited)
Wilson Tong Wai-Shing
as Martial Art Student (uncredited)
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About Heroes of the East
“There is nothing more terrifying than the ninja... except death!”
When a series of martial misunderstandings spirals into an international incident, a Chinese martial arts student struggling to relate to his new Japanese wife is forced to take on seven of Japan's most powerful martial arts masters, each an expert in a different discipline, ranging from karate to samurai to ninjitsu. Running 101 minutes.
Heroes of the East Cast and Characters
The cast features Gordon Liu Chia-Hui (as Ho To), Yuka Mizuno (as Kung Zi), Cheng Kang-Yeh (as Shou Kwan), Ching Miao (as Ho To's Father), and Yasuaki Kurata (as Takeno). Their performances are a major reason Heroes of the East has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Heroes of the East NowWhy People Are Watching Heroes of the East
Heroes of the East flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Heroes of the East
Where can I watch Heroes of the East online for free?
You can watch Heroes of the East online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Heroes of the East?
Heroes of the East runs for 101 minutes (about 1.7 hours).
Is Heroes of the East good? What's the rating?
Heroes of the East holds a 7.3/10 rating based on 71 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Heroes of the East?
The main cast includes Gordon Liu Chia-Hui, Yuka Mizuno, Cheng Kang-Yeh, and Ching Miao, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Heroes of the East available in Chinese?
Yes — Heroes of the East 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 Heroes of the East released?
Heroes of the East was released in 1978.
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Where can I watch Heroes of the East for free?
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What is Heroes of the East about?
Heroes of the East is a Action/Comedy film. When a series of martial misunderstandings spirals into an international incident, a Chinese martial arts student struggling to relate to his new Japanese wife is forced to take on seven of Japan's most powerful martial arts masters, each an expert in a different discipline, ranging from karate to samurai to ninjitsu.
When was Heroes of the East released?
Heroes of the East was released on December 30, 1978. It has a runtime of 1h 41m. The film was produced by Shaw Brothers.
Who stars in Heroes of the East?
Heroes of the East stars Gordon Liu Chia-Hui, Yuka Mizuno, Cheng Kang-Yeh and Ching Miao. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Heroes of the East available in HD?
Yes, Heroes of the East 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.