The Peacock King (1988) | Region-Free (Blu-Ray) | English Subtitles | SUPERBIT Edition

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Title: Peacock King (1988)

Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Horror

Plot Synopsis: Coerced by the evil Witch Raga, Ashura, the Hell Virgin, attempts to unlock the four Earth holes that lead to the Gates of Hell. Together, Raga aims to control the Earth. However, two monks skilled in magical powers set off on a journey to obstruct Ashura from unlocking the gates and stop Raga. Otherwise, not only will control of the Earth be at stake, but the King of Hell will resurrect, and darkness will overcome the world.

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Cast and Crew:

• Director: Ngai Choi Lam
• Writer: Izô Hashimoto
• Producer: Tsugihiko Kadokawa
• Cast:
  • Yuen Biao as Peacock
  • Hiroshi Mikami as Kujaku
  • Gloria Yip as Ashura
  • Gordon Liu as Kubira
  • Eddy Ko as Jigume

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YouTube Trailer:
Peacock King (1988)

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IMDb Link:
Peacock King (1988) IMDb

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Reviews from Letterboxd:

1. Brandon – ★★★★☆
   “A wild mix of Hong Kong action and Japanese fantasy. The effects may be dated, but the creativity is off the charts!”
2. FilmFanatic88 – ★★★☆☆
   “Fun and chaotic with some great action, but the story was a bit hard to follow at times.”
3. CinemaLover – ★★★★☆
   “Peacock King is a campy, magical adventure. Gloria Yip shines as Ashura!”
4. AsianActionFan – ★★★☆☆
   “Some great martial arts and fantasy elements, though the pacing felt uneven.”
5. ReelWatcher – ★★★★☆
   “Quirky and unique, a delightful crossover between Hong Kong and Japanese cinema.”

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Meta Description:
Peacock King (1988) is a thrilling blend of action, adventure, fantasy, and horror. Directed by Ngai Choi Lam, this film follows two monks battling supernatural forces to prevent the resurrection of the King of Hell. Featuring Yuen Biao and Gloria Yip, Peacock King offers an unforgettable cinematic experience for fans of magical martial arts tales.