The Lizard (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1972, The Lizard is an action film directed by Chor Yuen, running about 101 minutes.
What it’s about. He steals from the rich and gives to the poor! Like Robin Hood, the title hero of The Lizard is a philanthropic thief, except the Lizard makes his rounds in 1930s Shanghai. Corrupt police chief Chen Can (Law Lit) is assigned to bring down the Lizard to appease the sinister Japanese forces, but the Lizard constantly eludes his grasp. Little does Chen Can know that the wily thief actually works for him! The Lizard's true identity is the mousy Cheng Long (Ngok Wah), who dons a mask and takes to the streets to spread his righteous message.
Who’s in it. The Lizard stars Lo Lieh as Chief Chen Can, Elliot Ngok as Cheng Long / Brother Dumb, Connie Chan Po-Chu as Yo Xiao Ju and Yang Chi-Ching as Yo Tien Biao, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Lizard sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lizard page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lizard tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lizard (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lizard change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lizard worth watching?
- The Lizard holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Lizard?
- The Lizard stars Lo Lieh, Elliot Ngok, Connie Chan Po-Chu, Yang Chi-Ching and Ku Wen-Chung.
- When was The Lizard released?
- The Lizard was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.