The 4K restored version of "Swordsman II: The Legend of the Swordsman" is scheduled for release in mainland China on October 30, marking the first time the film has hit mainland big screens since its debut in 1992.Directed by renowned Hong Kong action choreographer Ching Siu-tung and produced by Tsui Hark, the film stars Jet Li as Linghu Chong, Brigitte Lin as Dongfang Bubai, Rosamund Kwan as Ren Yingying, and Michelle Reis as Yue Lingshan.
"Swordsman II: The Legend of the Swordsman" was released in Hong Kong on June 26, 1992. With a runtime of 107 minutes, it grossed HK$34.46 million at the Hong Kong box office and holds an 8.5 rating on Douban.
Since its release in 1992, "Swordsman II: The Legend of the Swordsman" has never been officially screened in mainland Chinese theaters. Generations of viewers mostly watched it through video halls and VCDs. The 4K restored version was showcased at the 27th National Film Promotion Conference in 2025. With improved image quality, scenes such as Dongfang Bubai's swordplay and the final battle at Black Wood Cliff will be clearer.
The film was imported and distributed by Mei Ah Entertainment, with promotion assistance from China Film Group, and will be released in a 4K restored version on October 30.
