Virago (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 1981, Virago is an action, drama and crime film directed by Chang Chih-Chao, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. Two groups of knife-wielding and kicking women in bikinis join forces to kill a gang boss responsible for killing their fathers. But they're not very effective. After three attacks on the culprit, the worst damage he suffered was having his ankle run over by a motorbike. Closer co-operation with a casino boss may help.
Who’s in it. Virago stars Yang Hui-shan as Miss Lau Park, Hsiao-fei Li, Ma Sha and Chia-Lin Sun, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Virago has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Virago page.
If you liked it. Fans of Virago 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 Virago (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Virago change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Virago worth watching?
- Virago holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Virago?
- Virago stars Yang Hui-shan, Hsiao-fei Li, Ma Sha, Chia-Lin Sun and Wang Hsieh.
- When was Virago released?
- Virago was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.