Blu-ray release: ‘The Angry River’
By Phil Mills | Apr 30, 2026
88 Films will release the 1971 Hong Kong action fantasy ‘The Angry River’ (鬼怒川) on US Blu-ray on May 12, 2026.
Written and directed by Wong Fung, the film sees a young swordswoman’s search for a cure turn into a quest for vengeance against a ruthless sect. The cast includes Angela Mao, Kao Yuen, Pai Ying, Raymond Lui, and Chang Yi-Fei.
Synopsis: A young swordswoman sets out to find a rare healing herb to save her injured father, only to be drawn into a series of clashes with rival factions seeking it for themselves. After tragedy strikes, her mission turns into one of vengeance, and with the help of a wandering fighter, she sets out to confront the forces responsible.
Features:
- Mandarin mono audio (remastered) with optional English mono audio
- Newly translated English subtitles
- 2K restoration from the original negative
- Audio commentary with Frank Djeng
- Original trailer
- Image gallery
- Reversible sleeve with original Hong Kong poster artwork
- O-ring slipcase with new artwork by Aurelio Lorenzo
‘The Angry River’ is available for pre-order now from Amazon.com.




