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The Assassin (1967) DVD — Jimmy Wang Yu
The plot
A gifted swordsman is offered a mission that could change the balance of power—and cost him his life. Jimmy Wang Yu plays Nieh, a man whose loyalty to those he loves comes into conflict with the demands of a dangerous assassination plot. Chang Cheh directs this Shaw Brothers adventure, with Chiao Chiao and Tien Feng among the cast. Set against political intrigue in ancient China, The Assassin combines swordplay with a story of obligation and sacrifice. It is a fitting selection for fans tracing Wang Yu’s career and the dramatic foundations of classic wuxia cinema.
- Format
- DVD-R
- Region Code
- Region Free / All Regions
- Video Standard
- NTSC
- Audio Track
- English, 5.1 Surround Sound
- Includes
- Standard DVD keepcase, high-quality outer cover artwork, and printed disc labels.
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More DVD details
A gifted swordsman is offered a mission that could change the balance of power—and cost him his life. Jimmy Wang Yu plays Nieh, a man whose loyalty to those he loves comes into conflict with the demands of a dangerous assassination plot.
Chang Cheh directs this Shaw Brothers adventure, with Chiao Chiao and Tien Feng among the cast. Set against political intrigue in ancient China, The Assassin combines swordplay with a story of obligation and sacrifice. It is a fitting selection for fans tracing Wang Yu’s career and the dramatic foundations of classic wuxia cinema.
Format: DVD-R
Edition: Digitally remastered
Audio: English, 5.1 Surround Sound
Runtime: 121 minutes
Region: Region Free / All Regions
Extras: None
- Runtime
- 121 minutes
- Bonus features
- None
- Edition description
- Described as remastered; restoration details not confirmed
Listing artwork is shown. “Not confirmed” does not mean a feature is absent.
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Starring: Jimmy Wang Yu · Chiao Chiao · Hsiang Chun Li · Feng Tien
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