Na Cha the Great A.K.A. Na Zha • Nezha Conquers the Dragon King • Na Cha and the Seven Devils • 哪吒 (1974)

Na Cha the Great (1974), also released as Na Zha, Nezha Conquers the Dragon King, and Na Cha and the Seven Devils, was originally released as Na Zha (哪吒), also romanized in Cantonese as Na Cha. Directed by legendary filmmaker Chang Cheh for Shaw Brothers Studio, the film stars Alexander Fu Sheng, Lo Dik, Chiang Tao, Fung Hak-On, Yuan Man-Tzu, Lee Wan-Chung, Lin Ching, and Jamie Luk Kim-Ming. Adapted from the classic Chinese novel Investiture of the Gods (Fengshen Yanyi), this fantasy martial arts adventure brings one of China's greatest folk heroes to life through mythical creatures, supernatural weapons, and spectacular Shaw Brothers action. Available from ClassicKungFuMovies.com for collectors who value accurate film details and hard-to-find physical media.

STORY OVERVIEW

Born from a miraculous lotus flower, the extraordinary child Na Cha is destined to become one of China's greatest legendary heroes. Under the guidance of the immortal Taiyi Zhenren, he masters powerful magical weapons and incredible martial arts skills. After a deadly encounter with the Dragon King's son ignites a supernatural conflict, Na Cha must make the ultimate sacrifice before returning to fulfill his destiny in an epic battle between heaven, earth, and the Dragon Palace, without revealing the film's unforgettable finale.

MARTIAL ARTS & FANTASY HIGHLIGHTS

Na Cha the Great blends traditional Shaw Brothers martial arts with Chinese mythology, creating a colorful fantasy adventure unlike most kung fu films of its era. Audiences are treated to magical weapons, immortal warriors, dragons, celestial battles, and inventive action choreography that showcases Chang Cheh's ambitious approach to mythological storytelling.

WHY COLLECTORS PICK IT

Na Cha the Great remains one of Shaw Brothers Studio's most distinctive fantasy productions. Collectors appreciate Alexander Fu Sheng's energetic early starring performance, Chang Cheh's imaginative direction, and the film's faithful adaptation of one of the most beloved legends from Investiture of the Gods, making it an essential companion to the studio's traditional wuxia classics.

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE

Released during Shaw Brothers Studio's golden era, Na Cha the Great introduced one of China's oldest mythological heroes to a new generation of martial arts fans. The film remains one of the studio's most ambitious fantasy adventures and an early showcase for Alexander Fu Sheng before he became one of Hong Kong cinema's biggest stars.

• Verified AKAs:
  • Na Cha the Great – International English title
  • Na Zha – Alternate English title
  • Nezha Conquers the Dragon King – Alternate English title
  • Na Cha and the Seven Devils – Home video title
  • Na Zha – Official Mandarin pinyin
  • Na Cha – Cantonese romanization
  • Kwong Cha – Alternate romanized title
  • 哪吒 – Original Traditional Chinese title
  • 哪吒 – Simplified Chinese title
  • Na-Jan il piccolo titano – Italian title
• Director: Chang Cheh
• Producer: Run Run Shaw
• Screenplay: Chang Cheh, Ni Kuang
• Studio: Shaw Brothers Studio
• Distributor: Shaw Brothers Studio
• Based on: Investiture of the Gods (Fengshen Yanyi)
• Starring: Alexander Fu Sheng, Lo Dik, Chiang Tao, Fung Hak-On, Yuan Man-Tzu, Lee Wan-Chung, Lin Ching, Jamie Luk Kim-Ming, Li Chen-Piao, Sze-Ma Wah-Lung, Eric Tsang
• Country: Hong Kong
• Genre: Fantasy, Wuxia, Martial Arts, Adventure
• Format: DVD
• Language: English
• Subtitles: None
• Region: All Regions
• Running Time: 90 Minutes
• Release Year: 1974

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