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Phantom Kung Fu (1979) DVD
The plot
A fighter with a deadly palm technique is sent to recover a rebel manuscript. His mission sets him against fighters determined to overthrow the Qing and restore the Ming. Wong Tao's crisp kicks drive this Ming-versus-Qing intrigue tale, a twisty old-school adventure from director Lee Tso-nam.
Disc type: DVD-R / made to order
Video & region: NTSC / Region-free
Audio: English, 5.1 Surround Sound
Subtitles: None
Runtime: 91mins
Picture: Not confirmed
Made to order. Normally ships in 1–7 business days; delivery time is additional.
Cast & film references
Released: 1979
Director: Lee Tso-nam
Cast: Wong Tao, Yi Chang, Chung-Kuei Chang, Ping Chang
Film information only. Reference runtimes and original languages may describe another edition; they do not confirm the contents of this DVD.
Will this play on my player?
This is an NTSC, region-free DVD-R. Check that your player supports DVD-R and NTSC. Region-free does not guarantee compatibility with every device.
More DVD details
Extras: None
Packaging: Keepcase, DVD cover art and artwork on the disc; cover artwork may vary.
Shipping & returns
Shipping details · Returns and replacements · Ask about this edition
About the film
Don Wong Tao as the Kung Fu Phantom
Phantom Kung Fu is a Taiwanese kung fu film directed by Lee Tso-nam and starring Don Wong Tao, with Chang Yi and Gam Ming. It is also known as Mantis in the Monkey's Shadow.
It is a Ming-versus-Qing adventure in the classic Taiwanese style.
The film
A ruthless warlord is killing Ming patriots with a poisonous palm technique, and only a mysterious fighter known as the Kung Fu Phantom has a chance of stopping him. The story twists through intrigue and ambushes on the way to the final clash.
Before you settle in
Does it go by other titles? Yes. It is also known as Mantis in the Monkey's Shadow and The Phantom of Kung Fu.
Is it suitable for younger viewers? The BBFC rated a 2004 UK release 15 for moderate violence.
More for your kung fu shelf
For more Don Wong Tao with Lee Tso-nam directing, try Fatal Needles vs. Fatal Fists (1978) DVD. For more Don Wong Tao and Chang Yi, see Shaolin Iron Claws (1978) DVD.
The plot
A fighter with a deadly palm technique is sent to recover a rebel manuscript. His mission sets him against fighters determined to overthrow the Qing and restore the Ming. Wong Tao's crisp kicks drive this Ming-versus-Qing intrigue tale, a twisty old-school adventure from director Lee Tso-nam.
Disc type: DVD-R / made to order
Video & region: NTSC / Region-free
Audio: English, 5.1 Surround Sound
Subtitles: None
Runtime: 91mins
Picture: Not confirmed
Made to order. Normally ships in 1–7 business days; delivery time is additional.
Cast & film references
Released: 1979
Director: Lee Tso-nam
Cast: Wong Tao, Yi Chang, Chung-Kuei Chang, Ping Chang
Film information only. Reference runtimes and original languages may describe another edition; they do not confirm the contents of this DVD.
Will this play on my player?
This is an NTSC, region-free DVD-R. Check that your player supports DVD-R and NTSC. Region-free does not guarantee compatibility with every device.
More DVD details
Extras: None
Packaging: Keepcase, DVD cover art and artwork on the disc; cover artwork may vary.
Shipping & returns
Shipping details · Returns and replacements · Ask about this edition
About the film
Don Wong Tao as the Kung Fu Phantom
Phantom Kung Fu is a Taiwanese kung fu film directed by Lee Tso-nam and starring Don Wong Tao, with Chang Yi and Gam Ming. It is also known as Mantis in the Monkey's Shadow.
It is a Ming-versus-Qing adventure in the classic Taiwanese style.
The film
A ruthless warlord is killing Ming patriots with a poisonous palm technique, and only a mysterious fighter known as the Kung Fu Phantom has a chance of stopping him. The story twists through intrigue and ambushes on the way to the final clash.
Before you settle in
Does it go by other titles? Yes. It is also known as Mantis in the Monkey's Shadow and The Phantom of Kung Fu.
Is it suitable for younger viewers? The BBFC rated a 2004 UK release 15 for moderate violence.
More for your kung fu shelf
For more Don Wong Tao with Lee Tso-nam directing, try Fatal Needles vs. Fatal Fists (1978) DVD. For more Don Wong Tao and Chang Yi, see Shaolin Iron Claws (1978) DVD.