Tracing Shadow (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.1

Released in 2009, Tracing Shadow is an action and comedy film directed by Francis Ng Chun-Yu, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Five kung-fu masters from different regions are fighting ruthlessly for a mysterious treasure map inside the Ming Palace; while they are all tangled in wild combat, the precious map unexpectedly disappears.
Who’s in it. Tracing Shadow stars Francis Ng Chun-Yu as Ye He Chang Gong, Pace Wu Pui-Tsi as Ming Yue Xin, Xie Na as Tang Wei and Jaycee Chan as Xu San Guan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Tracing Shadow has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $54.6K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tracing Shadow page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tracing Shadow 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 Tracing Shadow (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tracing Shadow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tracing Shadow worth watching?
- Tracing Shadow holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tracing Shadow?
- Tracing Shadow stars Francis Ng Chun-Yu, Pace Wu Pui-Tsi, Xie Na, Jaycee Chan and Dang Haoyu.
- When was Tracing Shadow released?
- Tracing Shadow was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.