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King Hu
★ Directing

King Hu

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1932 – 1997 · Beijing, China · Active 1956–2022

King Hu, born in 1932, was a pivotal figure in Hong Kong cinema, known for his groundbreaking work in the wuxia genre. As the director and writer of Dragon Inn (1967), he redefined martial arts storytelling, blending intricate choreography with rich narratives. His influence extended beyond directing; he also appeared as an actor in The Yin and the Yang of Mr. Go (1970), showcasing his versatility. Hu's films, including Dragon Inn, remain essential viewing for anyone interested in the evolution of cult cinema and the art of storytelling.

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Dragon Inn

Dragon Inn

1967 ★ 7.2
Director

When the children of an executed General are pursued in 1457 China, some heroic martial arts swordsmen intervene.

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The Yin and the Yang of Mr. Go (1970) Movie Poster - SassyFlix
The Yin and the Yang of Mr. Go
1970 · ★6.0
Career Highlights Top 6 by popularity · TMDB
A Touch of Zen (1970)
A Touch of Zen
1970
Come Drink with Me (1966)
Come Drink with Me
1966
Dragon Inn (1967)
Dragon Inn
1967
Swordsman (1990)
Swordsman
1990
Raining in the Mountain (1979)
Raining in the Mountain
1979
Legend of the Mountain (1979)
Legend of the Mountain
1979

Filmography

86 credits
2020s 3 credits
2022
The King of Wuxia Part 2 as Self
Movie
2022
The King of Wuxia Part 1 as Self
Movie ★ 8.7
2022
大侠胡金铨 as self
TV
2010s 1 credit
2012
Time and Tide Wait for No Man: A Touch of King Hu as Self (archive footage)
Movie
1970s 1 credit
1974
The Yin and the Yang of Mr. Go● as Ito Suzuki
Movie ★ 4.9
1960s 20 credits
1966
The Blue and the Black as Rascal
Movie ★ 6.6
1965
Sons of the Good Earth as Captain Ting
Movie ★ 5.3
1964
The Dancing Millionairess as Xiao Li
Movie ★ 7.5
1964
Between Tears and Smiles as Captain Teasing Chu in Street
Movie ★ 6.8
1963
Love Parade as Dr Fu Li Fu
Movie ★ 10.0
1963
Stranger Than Fiction
Movie ★ 10.0
1963
Empress Wu as Chao Tao Sheng
Movie ★ 6.4
1963
My Lucky Star as Zhou Sansi
Movie ★ 10.0
1963
Revenge of a Swordswoman
Movie
1962
The Dream of the Red Chamber as Bei Ming
Movie ★ 7.3
1962
Golden Horse Awards as Self
TV ★ 9.0
1961
The Pistol as Little Li
Movie ★ 8.0
1961
Kiss for Sale as Chang Hsiao
Movie ★ 10.0
1961
The Fair Sex as Qian
Movie ★ 10.0
1961
The Swallow
Movie ★ 7.0
1961
Les Belles as Customer Leaving Japanese Restaurant
Movie ★ 7.0
1960
How to Marry a Millionaire
Movie ★ 10.0
1960
The Deformed as Long Yusheng
Movie ★ 8.0
1960
Back Door as Exterminator
Movie ★ 8.0
1960
When the Peach Blossoms Bloom as Shen's Son
Movie
1950s 10 credits
1959
The Kingdom and the Beauty as Ta Niu
Movie ★ 6.9
1958
The Magic Touch as Hu Tu
Movie ★ 7.0
1958
The Angel as Ching
Movie ★ 9.0
1958
Laughter and Tears
Movie ★ 9.0
1957
The Frosty Night
Movie ★ 9.0
1957
Little Angels of the Streets as Er Yuan
Movie ★ 7.0
1957
Lady in Distress as Zhu-Tse
Movie
1957
Springtime in Paradise
Movie
1956
Blood in Snow
Movie ★ 7.0
1956
The Long Lane as ang Shu-Chang
Movie ★ 9.0
Crew Credits
1990s 5 credits
1993
Painted Skin Director
Movie ★ 5.9
1993
Painted Skin Writer
Movie ★ 5.9
1990
Swordsman Director
Movie ★ 7.0
1990
Swordsman Art Direction
Movie ★ 7.0
1990
Song of the Exile Producer
Movie ★ 7.7
1980s 8 credits
1983
All the King's Men Director
Movie ★ 7.3
1983
All the King's Men Writer
Movie ★ 7.3
1983
All the King's Men Costume Design
Movie ★ 7.3
1983
The Wheel of Life Director
Movie ★ 7.1
1981
The Juvenizer Presenter
Movie ★ 8.0
1981
The Juvenizer Writer
Movie ★ 8.0
1981
The Juvenizer Editor
Movie ★ 8.0
1981
The Juvenizer Director
Movie ★ 8.0
1970s 27 credits
1979
Raining in the Mountain Editor
Movie ★ 7.2
1979
Raining in the Mountain Director
Movie ★ 7.2
1979
Raining in the Mountain Writer
Movie ★ 7.2
1979
Legend of the Mountain Director
Movie ★ 7.4
1979
Legend of the Mountain Writer
Movie ★ 7.4
1979
Raining in the Mountain Executive Producer
Movie ★ 7.2
1979
Raining in the Mountain Presenter
Movie ★ 7.2
1979
Raining in the Mountain Art Direction
Movie ★ 7.2
1979
Legend of the Mountain Costume Design
Movie ★ 7.4
1979
Legend of the Mountain Presenter
Movie ★ 7.4
1979
Legend of the Mountain Art Direction
Movie ★ 7.4
1979
Legend of the Mountain Editor
Movie ★ 7.4
1979
Legend of the Mountain Producer
Movie ★ 7.4
1976
Heroes of the Underground Writer
Movie ★ 6.0
1975
The Valiant Ones Producer
Movie ★ 7.0
1975
The Valiant Ones Writer
Movie ★ 7.0
1975
The Valiant Ones Director
Movie ★ 7.0
1975
Dragon Gate Writer
Movie ★ 8.0
1975
The Valiant Ones Art Direction
Movie ★ 7.0
1973
The Fate of Lee Khan Director
Movie ★ 6.8
1973
The Fate of Lee Khan Writer
Movie ★ 6.8
1973
The Fate of Lee Khan Producer
Movie ★ 6.8
1970
A Touch of Zen Director
Movie ★ 7.6
1970
Four Moods Screenplay
Movie ★ 6.8
1970
Four Moods Director
Movie ★ 6.8
1970
A Touch of Zen Screenplay
Movie ★ 7.6
1970
A Touch of Zen Editor
Movie ★ 7.6
1960s 10 credits
1967
Dragon Inn● Director
Movie ★ 7.4
1967
Dragon Inn● Writer
Movie ★ 7.4
1966
Come Drink with Me Director
Movie ★ 6.7
1966
Come Drink with Me Writer
Movie ★ 6.7
1966
Downhill They Ride Writer
Movie ★ 7.0
1965
Sons of the Good Earth Director
Movie ★ 5.3
1965
Sons of the Good Earth Screenplay
Movie ★ 5.3
1964
The Story of Sue San Director
Movie ★ 6.5
1964
The Story of Sue San Writer
Movie ★ 6.5
1962
The Bride Napping Writer
Movie ★ 7.0
1950s 1 credit
1958
Laughter and Tears Props
Movie ★ 9.0