The Duel of the Century_
This mystery-tinged 'Martial Arts World' epic was one of director Chu Yuan and novelist Ku Lung's last together for the Shaw Studios, but it's another action-filled winner. Liu Yung and Sun Chien team to investigate the martial arts murders of a supposedly mortally wounded swordsman, only to find deception, death, double-dealings, imposters, and one deadly duel after another. No less than three choreographers are on hand to handle the multitude of magnificent martial arts.
Starring
Tony Liu Tian-jue, Elliot Ngok Wah, Jason Pai Piao
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
The Duel of the Century was released 45 years ago in 1981.
Overview
This mystery-tinged 'Martial Arts World' epic was one of director Chu Yuan and novelist Ku Lung's last together for the Shaw Studios, but it's another action...
The Duel of the Century is a Action, Mystery film with a runtime of 1h 31m.
CAST (20)
Tony Liu Tian-jue
Lu Xiaofeng
Elliot Ngok Wah
Shimen Chuei Shiue
Jason Pai Piao
Ye Gucheng
Ching Li
Leng Chingchiou
Choh Seung-Wan
Lu's Girlfriend
Tang Ching
Chief Eunuch Wang An
Sun Chien
Hua Manlou
Yang Chi-Ching
Dao Tunghsin
Ai Fei
Kuo Chingfeng
Helen Poon Bing-Seung
Suen Saujin
Lam Fai-Wong
Gan Er Jiao
Wang Yong
Emperor
Alan Chan Kwok-Kuen
Monk Xing Tung
Ching Miao
Li Yianbei
Cheung Ying
Fake Wax Man Jiang
Eddie Koo Koon Chung
Yian Ranyin
Eric Chan Ga-Kei
KF
Kwan Fung
Tang Tienyung
Shum Lo
Hermit Pine
Walter Tso Tat-Wah
Monk Honest
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is The Duel of the Century about?
This mystery-tinged 'Martial Arts World' epic was one of director Chu Yuan and novelist Ku Lung's last together for the Shaw Studios, but it's another action-filled winner. Liu Yung and Sun Chien team to investigate the martial arts murders of a supposedly mortally wounded swordsman, only to find deception, death, double-dealings, imposters, and one deadly duel after another. No less than three choreographers are on hand to handle the multitude of magnificent martial arts.
How long is The Duel of the Century?
The Duel of the Century has a runtime of 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Who stars in The Duel of the Century?
The cast of The Duel of the Century includes Tony Liu Tian-jue, Elliot Ngok Wah, Jason Pai Piao, Ching Li, Choh Seung-Wan.
What is the rating of The Duel of the Century?
The Duel of the Century has a rating of 6.6 out of 10 based on 7 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (2)
Action
Mystery
