Movie

The Legend of Purple Hairpin

★ 7.0(1)19592h 15m

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Good to know

Director: Lee Tit
Release date: 1959-02-18
Runtime: 2h 15m
Language: Cantonese
Status: Released
Country: Hong Kong
Studio: Bo Ying

About The Legend of Purple Hairpin

The Legend of Purple Hairpin is a 1959 movie in the Music and Drama genres, directed by Lee Tit, starring Yam Kim-Fai, Pak Suet-Sin and Leung Sing Poh. It has a runtime of 2 hours 15 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Legend of Purple Hairpin in Belgium — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An adaptation of Tong Tik-sang's now-legendary Cantonese Opera piece, the film features divas Yam Kim-fai and Pak Suet-sin (left with Yam), who play the story's lead lovers, and Lan Chi Pak, the sinister official who tries to break up the relationship. Leung Sing-po plays the pair's friend as well as the mysterious 'man in yellow' who exposes plans to separate the couple.

Cast

Yam Kim-Fai

Yi Li

Pak Suet-Sin

Huo

Leung Sing Poh

Chan Lap-Ban

Pinmei Chen

Cheung Sang

Cheung Sing-Fei

Chu Siu-Boh

Fung Ming

Heung Hoi

Liang Tsi-Pak

So Siu-Tong

Themes & keywords

chinese opera

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Legend of Purple Hairpin in Belgium?+

The Legend of Purple Hairpin is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Belgium. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Legend of Purple Hairpin on Netflix?+

The Legend of Purple Hairpin is not on Netflix in Belgium right now.

How long is The Legend of Purple Hairpin?+

The Legend of Purple Hairpin has a runtime of 2 hours 15 minutes (135 minutes).

Who stars in The Legend of Purple Hairpin?+

The Legend of Purple Hairpin stars Yam Kim-Fai, Pak Suet-Sin, Leung Sing Poh, Chan Lap-Ban and Pinmei Chen.

When did The Legend of Purple Hairpin come out?+

The Legend of Purple Hairpin is a 1959 movie directed by Lee Tit.

What genre is The Legend of Purple Hairpin?+

The Legend of Purple Hairpin is Music and Drama film.

Who directed The Legend of Purple Hairpin?+

The Legend of Purple Hairpin was directed by Lee Tit.