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Seven Swords

2005·Movie
2h 32min·R
42
WeakGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Thrilling and spectacular

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Spectacle8
  • Violence8

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Hopefulness6
  • Nostalgia6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3

World

History and war

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers you

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About

Seven heroes one adventures.

In the middle of the 17th century, the Manchus conquered China and founded the Ching dynasty. Due to widespread uprisings against the new rulers, the study and practice of traditional martial arts is forbidden and punishable by death. The unscrupulous leader of a troop of mercenaries takes advantage of this situation to make a fortune with the bounty on his head.
WuxiaHistorical ActionMartial ArtsSwordplayEpicRevengeHeroicTeam vs Evil

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Seven Swords

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Seven Swords legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, Plex, and Fawesome. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Seven Swords worth watching?

42
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 42/100 (IMDb 6.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 25%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Seven Swords rated?

RViolence

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Seven Swords?

2 h 32 min

Seven Swords runs 2 h 32 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Seven Swords?

Critics25
Audiences58

Not quite. Audiences rate Seven Swords higher (58) than critics (25). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Seven Swords in?

ChinesecnKorean

It was made in Chinese, with some cn, Korean. Produced in Australia, China, Hong Kong SAR China, Netherlands, South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch Seven Swords?

15AUFRGBGGHKIDIEITJPKRPHSGTHTW+1

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Seven Swords in 15 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Seven Swords use?

Bleed 'Em and WeepAction GirlAxe-CrazyMeaningful Background EventImprobable Weapon UserThrowing Your Sword Always WorksScenery PornBilingual DialogueTechnical PacifistBad BossTook a Level in BadassImprobable Infant Survivaland 30 more

TV Tropes lists 42 storytelling tropes for Seven Swords, including Bleed 'Em and Weep, Action Girl, Axe-Crazy.