A Chinese Ghost Story (1987)
Kernel Score: 81% · 329 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Fantasy, Action
Released: 1987-07-18
Runtime: 95 minutes
Where to watch A Chinese Ghost Story
- Stream: Prime Video, Philo, AMC+, The Criterion Channel, Shudder, Shudder Apple TV channel
- Free with ads: Shout! Factory TV, Plex, Prime Video (free with ads), Amazon MX Player
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
A naïve young tax collector for the imperial government winds up spending the night in a haunted temple. There he falls in love with a beautiful woman who, unfortunately, is dead. With the aid of a powerful Daoist Swordsman, he must defeat undead hordes, overcome a sinister Tree Demoness, and descend to the pits of hell, to fight for the spirit he loves.
A Chinese Ghost Story parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that A Chinese Ghost Story is a fantasy-action film featuring ghosts, demons, and supernatural battles.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Features supernatural combat against monsters, demons, and undead hordes.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Tony Ching Siu-Tung
Cast
- Leslie Cheung as Ling Choi-san
- Joey Wong as Lip Siu Sin
- Wu Ma as Swordsman Yin Chek-ha
- Lau Siu-Ming as Tree Demon
- David Lam Wai as Swordsman Hsia Hou
- Fanny Sit Chi-Lun as Siu Ching
- David Wu as Secretary Chiu
- Wong Jing as Judge
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A Chinese Ghost Story FAQ
Is A Chinese Ghost Story good?
A Chinese Ghost Story has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 329 audience ratings.
Where can I watch A Chinese Ghost Story?
In the US you can stream A Chinese Ghost Story on Prime Video, Philo, AMC+, The Criterion Channel, Shudder and Shudder Apple TV channel, watch it free with ads on Shout! Factory TV, Plex, Prime Video (free with ads) and Amazon MX Player and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is A Chinese Ghost Story OK for kids?
A Chinese Ghost Story is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that A Chinese Ghost Story is a fantasy-action film featuring ghosts, demons, and supernatural battles.
What movies are like A Chinese Ghost Story?
If you liked A Chinese Ghost Story, try Damsel, Stardust, Kwaidan and The Spirit of Christmas.