The Masked Avengers (Cha shou) (1981) Shaw Brothers

US Title: The Masked Avengers
Also Known As: Cha Shou
Year: 1981
Country: Hong Kong

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Story Snapshot:
Directed by Chang Cheh for Shaw Brothers Studio, The Masked Avengers follows a ruthless gang of masked killers terrorizing the martial world through robbery, murder, and deception. As rival clans and wandering fighters attempt to uncover the identity of the mysterious assassins, they become drawn into a brutal cycle of betrayal and deadly confrontations. Featuring dark themes, violent action, and classic Venom Mob-style choreography, the film remains one of the grittier Shaw Brothers productions of the early 1980s.

Why Collectors Pick It:
A favorite among Venom Mob and Shaw Brothers collectors featuring intense fight choreography, darker storytelling, and appearances from classic Chang Cheh regulars alongside younger performers like Chin Siu-Ho. Often grouped with House of Traps and Five Element Ninjas as one of the more violent and atmospheric late-era Shaw Brothers martial arts films.

• Starring: Philip Kwok, Lu Feng, Wang Li, Chiang Sheng, Chin Siu-Ho, Sun Chien
• Directed by: Chang Cheh
• Produced by: Mona Fong
• Studio: Shaw Brothers
• Release Year: 1981
• Country: Hong Kong
• Languages: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo Dual Mono)
• Subtitles: None
• Features: Anamorphic Widescreen 2.35:1, Trailers

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