The Prodigal Son (1981) film poster — UK streaming guide

Where to watch The Prodigal Son (1981) in the UK

Name: The Prodigal Son
Genre: Action, Comedy
Released: 1981-11-10
Duration: 100 min
Rating: 7.0
Cast: Yuen Biao, Frankie Chan Fan-Kei, Lam Ching-Ying, Sammo Hung Kam-Bo, Peter Chan Lung

The Prodigal Son (1981) is not currently listed on any UK streaming, rental, or purchase service. Last verified on 5 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

The fighting men in Chinese opera house.

A rich man's son believes himself to be the best kung fu fighter in Canton. Unfortunately, his father, anxious for his son's safety, bribes all his opponents to lose. After a humiliating defeat at the hands of an actor in a traveling theatre company, the son resolves to find a better teacher.

Film
1981
100 min
★ 7.0/10 TMDB
Action
Comedy

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Cast & crew

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DirectorSammo Hung Kam-Bo

WritersSammo Hung Kam-Bo, Barry Wong Ping-Yiu, Wong Jing

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