Kung Fu: The Movie is a 1986 made-for-television film and the first in a series of sequels which continued the story of the Shaolin monk, Kwai Chang Caine, first introduced in the 1972–1975 television series Kung Fu. The role of Caine is resumed by David Carradine. The role of his son, Chung Wang, is portrayed by Brandon Lee in his acting debut. The film aired on Brandon's 21st birthday on February 1, 1986. The role of Master Po is also resumed by Keye Luke and The Manchu is portrayed by Mako. In the film, the show's hero, Kwai Chang Caine, is forced to fight his hitherto unknown son, Chung Wang.
| Genre | Adventure, Western |
| Written by | Durrell Royce Crays |
| Directed by | Richard Lang |
| Starring | David Carradine |
| Music by | Lalo Schifrin |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language(s) | English |
| Executive producer(s) | Paul R. Picard |
| Producer(s) | Skip Ward, David Carradine (co-producer), Skip Schoolnik (associate producer) |
| Location(s) | Stage 26, Warner Brothers Burbank Studios - 4000 Warner Boulevard, Burbank, California, Walt Disney's Golden Oak Ranch - 19802 Placerita Canyon Road, Newhall, California, Warner Brothers Ranch, Verdugo Ave. and Pass Avenue, Burbank, California |
| Cinematography | Robert Seaman |
| Editor(s) | Skip Schoolnik |
| Running time | 93 minutes |
| Production company(s) | Lou Step Productions, Warner Bros. Television |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. Television Distribution |
| Original network | CBS |
| Picture format | Color |
| Audio format | Stereo |
| Preceded by | Kung Fu (1972–75) |
| Followed by | Kung Fu: The Next Generation (1987), Kung Fu: The Legend Continues (1993–97) |
About Kung Fu: The Movie
Made-for-television film and the first in a series of sequels continuing the story of the Shaolin monk, Kwai Chang Caine. The character was first introduced in the 1970s television series Kung Fu.
Achievement of Kung Fu: The Movie
The film was shot at Warner Brothers Burbank Studios and Walt Disney's Golden Oak Ranch.
Top Facts You Did Not Know About Kung Fu: The Movie
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Latest information about Kung Fu: The Movie updated on July 28 2021.
