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Overview
9th century China. Ten year old general’s daughter Nie Yinniang is abducted by a nun who initiates her into the martial arts, transforming her into an exceptional assassin charged with eliminating cruel and corrupt local governors. One day, having failed in a task, she is sent back by her mistress to the land of her birth, with orders to kill the man to whom she was promised – a cousin who now leads the largest military region in North China. After 13 years of exile, the young woman must confront her parents, her memories and her long-repressed feelings.
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Cast
Shu Qi
Nie Yinniang
Chang Chen
Tian Ji'an
Zhou Yun
Lady Tian Yuan / Jingjinger
Satoshi Tsumabuki
Mirror Polisher
Ni Dahong
Nie Feng
Yong Mei
Lady Nie Tian
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Assassin available to watch online?
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What year was The Assassin released?
The Assassin was released in 2015.
What genre is The Assassin?
The Assassin is a Action, Adventure, History film.
How long is The Assassin?
The Assassin has a runtime of 1h 45m.
What is The Assassin rated?
The Assassin has a TMDB rating of 6.4/10 based on 574 reviews.
Who directed The Assassin?
The Assassin was directed by Hou Hsiao-hsien.
