The Bride from Hell (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1972, The Bride from Hell is a fantasy and horror film directed by Chou Hsu-Chiang, running about 79 minutes.
What it’s about. Yunpeng and his servant stay at a country inn one dark evening to escape potential robbers and ghosts. But Yunpeng chances into something far more dangerous! He accidentally happens upon the comely Anu naked in bed, and to make up for his rudeness he has to marry her. Because of her beauty, the request is not too difficult to fulfill...until she is introduced to his aunts and uncles, who notice her ghastly green glow and deduce that she's a spirit from the netherworld. But there's something even darker about her appearance, and it may be revenge on his in-laws.
Who’s in it. The Bride from Hell stars Margaret Hsing Hui as Anu / Feng Ai Jiao, Yang Fang as Nie Yun Peng, Lui Ming as Master Jin Lu Shan and Carrie Ku Mei as Jing Gu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, The Bride from Hell has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bride from Hell page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bride from Hell tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bride from Hell (1972)?
- In US, The Bride from Hell is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Bride from Hell worth watching?
- The Bride from Hell holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bride from Hell?
- The Bride from Hell stars Margaret Hsing Hui, Yang Fang, Lui Ming, Carrie Ku Mei and Ko Hsiao Pao.
- When was The Bride from Hell released?
- The Bride from Hell was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.