The Drug Addict_
Kung-fu ace David Chiang displays a unique take on the narcotics racket in his directorial debut, The Drug Addict. Only 26-year-old and Shaw Brothers' youngest director, David brings a youthful sensibility to this drama about a drug-addicted kung-fu instructor (Ti Lung) who not only kicks the habit but smashes a drug smuggling ring as only a martial-arts superstar can. With legendary action director Chang Cheh onboard as producer, The Drug Addict is a fast-moving exploration of an important social issue.
Starring
Ti Lung, Wang Chung, Louise Lee Si-Kei
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
The Drug Addict was released 52 years ago in 1974.
Overview
Kung-fu ace David Chiang displays a unique take on the narcotics racket in his directorial debut, The Drug Addict. Only 26-year-old and Shaw Brothers' younge...
The Drug Addict is a Action, Drama film with a runtime of 1h 34m.
CAST (9)
Ti Lung
Kuan Cheng-Chun
Wang Chung
Tseng Chien
Louise Lee Si-Kei
Yuan Li
Paul Chun Pui
Tang Kuo-Liang
Lu Ti
Syndicate head
Chiang Tao
Hsieh En
Lee Hoi-Sang
Lung Tai
FN
Fung Ngai
Inspector
Tsang Choh-Lam
Drug dealer
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What is The Drug Addict about?
Kung-fu ace David Chiang displays a unique take on the narcotics racket in his directorial debut, The Drug Addict. Only 26-year-old and Shaw Brothers' youngest director, David brings a youthful sensibility to this drama about a drug-addicted kung-fu instructor (Ti Lung) who not only kicks the habit but smashes a drug smuggling ring as only a martial-arts superstar can. With legendary action director Chang Cheh onboard as producer, The Drug Addict is a fast-moving exploration of an important social issue.
How long is The Drug Addict?
The Drug Addict has a runtime of 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Who stars in The Drug Addict?
The cast of The Drug Addict includes Ti Lung, Wang Chung, Louise Lee Si-Kei, Paul Chun Pui, Lu Ti.
What is the rating of The Drug Addict?
The Drug Addict has a rating of 4.7 out of 10 based on 3 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (2)
Action
Drama