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The Assassin

6.420151h 45mActionAdventureHistory
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The Assassin is a 2015 action and adventure film, running 1h 45m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: NR in the United Kingdom.

In the United Kingdom it is listed on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel and Pinoy Box Office Amazon Channel.

NR age rating1h 45mActionAdventure

Rated NR in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.

All key facts8
Type
Feature film
Released
2015-08-27
Runtime
1h 45m
Genres
Action, Adventure, History
Director
Hou Hsiao-hsien
Original language
Chinese
Status
Released
TMDB rating
6.4 / 10 · 581 votes

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Availability

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Synopsis

Feature film

9th century China. Ten year old general’s daughter Nie Yinniang is abducted by a nun who initiates her into the martial arts, transforming her into an exceptional assassin charged with eliminating cruel and corrupt local governors. One day, having failed in a task, she is sent back by her mistress to the land of her birth, with orders to kill the man to whom she was promised – a cousin who now leads the largest military region in North China. After 13 years of exile, the young woman must confront her parents, her memories and her long-repressed feelings.

Cast

14 names
Shu QiNie Yinniang
Chang ChenTian Ji'an
Zhou YunLady Tian Yuan / Jingjinger
Satoshi TsumabukiMirror Polisher
Ni DahongNie Feng
Yong MeiLady Nie Tian
Lei ZhenyuTian Xing
Nikki HsiehHuji
Ethan JuanXia Jing
Sheu Fang-YiPrincess Jiacheng / Taoist Nun
Jacques PicouxKongkonger
Mei FangNie Feng's Mother
Tien Pi-HuaTian Xing's Wife
Wang I-YuanTian Xing's Son

Questions about The Assassin

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Where can I watch The Assassin in the United Kingdom?

In the United Kingdom, The Assassin is listed on Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel, Pinoy Box Office Amazon Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.

Is The Assassin suitable for children?

The Assassin is rated NR in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.

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What is The Assassin about?

9th century China. Ten year old general’s daughter Nie Yinniang is abducted by a nun who initiates her into the martial arts, transforming her into an exceptional assassin charged with eliminating cruel and corrupt local governors. One day, having failed in a task, she is sent back by her mistress to the land of her…

How long is The Assassin?

The Assassin runs for 1h 45m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.

Can I watch the The Assassin trailer?

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