Kill the Shogun • 왜왕정벌 • Wae Wang Jeongbeol (1975)

Kill the Shogun (1975), originally released in Korea as Wae Wang Jeongbeol (왜왕정벌), is a historical martial arts epic inspired by Japan's 1592 invasion of Korea. Starring Hwang Jang Lee, Gang Dae-Hui, Bae Su-Cheon, and an accomplished Korean cast, the film blends large-scale battlefield action with traditional martial arts, sword combat, and historical drama. Featuring heroic resistance, memorable action sequences, and period spectacle, it remains an intriguing discovery for collectors of classic Korean martial arts cinema. Available from ClassicKungFuMovies.com for collectors who value accurate film details and hard-to-find physical media.

STORY SNAPSHOT

As Japanese forces invade Korea during the Imjin War, courageous warriors rise to defend their homeland against overwhelming odds. Inspired by real historical events, the story follows determined fighters who confront enemy soldiers through fierce battles, daring missions, and personal sacrifice in their struggle to protect their nation and preserve its honor.

WHY COLLECTORS PICK IT

Kill the Shogun offers a different perspective from traditional Hong Kong kung fu films by combining historical warfare with martial arts action. Fans of Hwang Jang Lee will appreciate seeing one of his earlier screen appearances, while collectors of Korean action cinema will enjoy its blend of swordplay, hand-to-hand combat, and historical storytelling.

• Verified AKAs:
  • Kill the Shogun – International English title
  • Wae Wang Jeongbeol – Revised Romanization
  • 왜왕정벌 – Original Korean title
• Director: Information not reliably verified
• Starring: Hwang Jang Lee, Gang Dae-Hui, Bae Su-Cheon
• Format: DVD
• Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo)
• Region: All Regions
• Running Time: 103 Minutes
• Release Year: 1975
• Country: South Korea

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