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ACTION . 1976 . 2h 6m . 6.2/10

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There is no place more hallowed in the martial art world than China's Shaolin Temple. This special place deserves a special epic, which is what the martial arts maestro delivers in this battle between a brave brand of Chinese boxers and literally thousands of Qing troops - complete with betrayals, intrigues, and such novel fighting machines as 108 wooden robots. The conflicts grow in complexity, intensity and even suspense as monks struggle to stay alive in the face of overwhelming odds.

Starring Alexander Fu Sheng, Chi Kuan-Chun, Wai Wang
6.2/10
Rating
2h 6m
Runtime
1976
Year
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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There is no place more hallowed in the martial art world than China's Shaolin Temple. This special place deserves a special epic, which is what the martial arts maestro delivers in this battle between a brave brand of Chinese boxers and literally thousands of Qing troops - complete with betrayals, intrigues, and such novel fighting machines as 108 wooden robots. The conflicts grow in complexity, intensity and even suspense as monks struggle to stay alive in the face of overwhelming odds.

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Cast
Alexander Fu Sheng stars as Fang Shih Yu in Shaolin Temple.
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Year context
Shaolin Temple was released 50 years ago in 1976.
Overview
There is no place more hallowed in the martial art world than China's Shaolin Temple. This special place deserves a special epic, which is what the martial a...
Shaolin Temple is a Action, Adventure film with a runtime of 2h 6m.

CAST (20)

Alexander Fu Sheng
Alexander Fu Sheng
Fang Shih Yu
Chi Kuan-Chun
Chi Kuan-Chun
Hu Hui Gan
Wai Wang
Wai Wang
Hong Xi Guan
David Chiang Da-Wei
David Chiang Da-Wei
Hu De Di
Ti Lung
Ti Lung
Cai De Zhong
Johnny Wang Lung-Wei
Johnny Wang Lung-Wei
Ma Fu Yi
Elliot Ngok Wah
Elliot Ngok Wah
Li Se Kai
Wang Chung
Wang Chung
Fang Da Hong
Tony Liu Tian-jue
Tony Liu Tian-jue
Ma Cao Xing
Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan
Bruce Tong Yim-Chaan
Zhu Dao
Phillip Kwok Chui
Phillip Kwok Chui
Lin Guang Yao
Li Yi-Min
Li Yi-Min
Huang Song Han
Shih Szu
Shih Szu
Yen Yung-chun
Ku Wen-Chung
Ku Wen-Chung
Shaolin Abbot Fang Wen
Shan Mao
Shan Mao
Shaolin Master Hui Xian
Chiang Sheng
Chiang Sheng
Shaolin Monk Man Yue
Ku Feng
Ku Feng
King Man Gui
Lu Feng
Lu Feng
General Gu Bei Zi
Wong Ching
Wong Ching
General Shin
Tsai Hung
Tsai Hung
Qing General

DETAILS

Release
Status
Released
Runtime
126 min (2h 6m)
Country
Rating
6.2/10 (34 votes)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Shaolin Temple about?
There is no place more hallowed in the martial art world than China's Shaolin Temple. This special place deserves a special epic, which is what the martial arts maestro delivers in this battle between a brave brand of Chinese boxers and literally thousands of Qing troops - complete with betrayals, intrigues, and such novel fighting machines as 108 wooden robots. The conflicts grow in complexity, intensity and even suspense as monks struggle to stay alive in the face of overwhelming odds.
How long is Shaolin Temple?
Shaolin Temple has a runtime of 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Who stars in Shaolin Temple?
The cast of Shaolin Temple includes Alexander Fu Sheng, Chi Kuan-Chun, Wai Wang, David Chiang Da-Wei, Ti Lung.
What is the rating of Shaolin Temple?
Shaolin Temple has a rating of 6.2 out of 10 based on 34 votes on TMDB.

GENRES (2)

Action Adventure
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