Movie

The Book and the Sword

★ 3.0(2)20231h 22m

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Good to know

Director: Liu Binjie
Release date: 2023-09-03
Runtime: 1h 22m
Language: Mandarin
Status: Released
Country: China

About The Book and the Sword

The Book and the Sword is a 2023 movie in the Action genre, directed by Liu Binjie, starring Li Mingxuan, Cui Zhenzhen and Jimingzhu Wang. It has a runtime of 1 hour 22 minutes. It holds an average rating of 3.0/10 from 2 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Book and the Sword in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

During the reign of Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty, the old chief of the Red Flower Society Yu Wanting passes away from illness, and his godson Chen Jialuo is ordered to take over the chief position. Chen Jialuo, who has just entered the martial world, learns that multiple branches of the Red Flower Society has been attacked by mysterious organizations, and the whereabouts of the fourth leader Wen Tailai are unknown. During the process of inquiring about the news, Chen Jialuo reaches a deal with the dancer Yu Ruyi who is interested in the treasures of King Fu. The two of them start their journey in Hangzhou, and together with the third leader Zhao Banshan and the fourth sister-in-law Luo Bing, they rescue Wen Tailai. It turns out that Wen Tailai possesses a more shocking secret which attracts various forces to hunt them down, and results in an espionage war between the martial world and the imperial court. How should Chen Jialuo make a choice between affection and righteousness?

Cast

Li Mingxuan

Chen Jialo

Cui Zhenzhen

Yu Rui

Jimingzhu Wang

Lo Bing

Liu Fengchao

Wen Tailai

Du Yuming

Monk Wu Chen

He Zhonghua

Tianshan Old Man

Leng Haoze

Zhao Banshan

Dong Shaohui

Li Hanwen

Kang Enhe

Zhan Zhaoron

Liu Beige

Qianlong

Hu Yiyao

Hua Nian

Binjie Liu

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Book and the Sword in Canada?+

The Book and the Sword is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Book and the Sword on Netflix?+

The Book and the Sword is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Book and the Sword?+

The Book and the Sword has a runtime of 1 hour 22 minutes (82 minutes).

Who stars in The Book and the Sword?+

The Book and the Sword stars Li Mingxuan, Cui Zhenzhen, Jimingzhu Wang, Liu Fengchao and Du Yuming.

When did The Book and the Sword come out?+

The Book and the Sword is a 2023 movie directed by Liu Binjie.

What genre is The Book and the Sword?+

The Book and the Sword is Action film.

Who directed The Book and the Sword?+

The Book and the Sword was directed by Liu Binjie.