The New Shaolin Boxers A.K.A. Grand Master of Death • 蔡李佛小子 (1976)

The New Shaolin Boxers (1976), also released as Grand Master of Death, The Choy Lay Fat Kid, Demon Fists of Kung Fu, Grand Master of Kung Fu, and Silly Kid, was originally released as Cai Li Fo Xiao Zi (蔡李佛小子), also romanized as Choi Lei Fut Siu Ji. Directed by legendary filmmaker Chang Cheh with Wu Ma for Shaw Brothers Studio, the film stars Alexander Fu Sheng, Jenny Tseng, Johnny Wang Lung-Wei, Leung Kar-Yan, Phillip Kwok, Shan Mao, and Lu Ti. Showcasing the famous Choy Lay Fut fighting style, this action-packed martial arts classic blends traditional kung fu training, heroic sacrifice, and explosive fight choreography. Available from ClassicKungFuMovies.com for collectors who value accurate film details and hard-to-find physical media.

STORY OVERVIEW

After returning home, a young martial artist discovers that his beloved teacher has been murdered and his friends are being terrorized by a ruthless gang. Seeking guidance from a respected Shaolin master, he dedicates himself to mastering the powerful Choy Lay Fut fighting system before returning to face those responsible. His journey becomes one of discipline, courage, and justice without revealing the film's climactic finale.

MARTIAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS

The New Shaolin Boxers celebrates the dynamic Choy Lay Fut style with fast combinations, powerful swinging strikes, and spectacular traditional kung fu choreography. Alexander Fu Sheng delivers one of his most energetic performances, while Leung Kar-Yan, Phillip Kwok, and Johnny Wang Lung-Wei provide memorable opponents throughout the film.

WHY COLLECTORS PICK IT

The New Shaolin Boxers remains one of Alexander Fu Sheng's finest starring vehicles and an important entry in Chang Cheh's celebrated Shaolin cycle. Collectors appreciate its authentic martial arts traditions, outstanding cast, memorable training sequences, and exciting action that helped define the golden age of Shaw Brothers kung fu cinema.

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE

Released during the height of the Shaw Brothers martial arts boom, The New Shaolin Boxers helped introduce the Choy Lay Fut system to international audiences. The film also highlights the continued collaboration between Chang Cheh and rising stars who would become legends of Hong Kong martial arts cinema.

• Verified AKAs:
  • The New Shaolin Boxers – International English title
  • New Shaolin Boxers – Alternate English title
  • Grand Master of Death – U.S. home video title
  • Grand Master of Kung Fu – Alternate English title
  • The Choy Lay Fat Kid – Alternate English title
  • Demon Fists of Kung Fu – U.S. release title
  • Silly Kid – Alternate English title
  • Cai Li Fo Xiao Zi – Mandarin pinyin
  • Choi Lei Fut Siu Ji – Cantonese romanization
  • 蔡李佛小子 – Original Traditional Chinese title
  • 蔡李佛小子 – Simplified Chinese title
  • Hirobu Kanfu Sairifutsu Ken – Japanese title
  • Der Todesblitz der Shaolin – German title
  • Il magnifico campione – Italian title
  • El gran maestro de la muerte – Spanish title
  • El nuevo boxeador de Shaolin – Spanish alternate title
  • O Grande Mestre da Morte – Portuguese title
  • Os Novos Boxeadores de Shaolin – Brazilian Portuguese title
  • Kurtuluş Yok – Turkish title
  • Ninja: Oi misthoforoi tou thanatou – Greek title
  • Shaolin: Kung-fu pou skotonei – Greek alternate title
  • Az új shaolin harcos – Hungarian title
  • Surma suurmeister – Estonian title
• Director: Chang Cheh, Wu Ma
• Producer: Run Run Shaw
• Screenplay: Chang Cheh, Ni Kuang
• Action Director: Lau Kar-Leung
• Studio: Shaw Brothers Studio
• Distributor: Shaw Brothers Studio
• Starring: Alexander Fu Sheng, Jenny Tseng, Johnny Wang Lung-Wei, Leung Kar-Yan, Phillip Kwok, Shan Mao, Lu Ti, Chan Wai-Lau, Jamie Luk Kim-Ming
• Country: Hong Kong
• Genre: Martial Arts, Action, Drama
• Martial Arts Focus: Choy Lay Fut Kung Fu
• Format: DVD
• Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo – Dual Mono)
• Subtitles: None
• Region: All Regions
• Running Time: 88 Minutes
• Release Year: 1976

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