Black Mask movie poster

Black Mask

November 7, 1996 1h 39m 6.2/10 (289 votes)

Originally released in 1996. Black Mask is a action film. directed by Daniel Lee.

Starring Jet Li, Sean Lau Ching-Wan, and Karen Mok Man-Wai

Synopsis

Super-soldier recruit Tsui Chik is forced to escape with his comrades after the project is canceled. Months later, he's trying to have a quiet life as a librarian with his best friend, Inspector Shek Wai-Ho. However, a string of vicious gangland murders begins that has all the markings of Tsui's former compatriots who seem to have turned to crime. Realizing that the police are helpless, he decides to take them on himself. With a disguise, Tsui becomes the mysterious superhero known only as Black Mask.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 7, 1996 29 years ago
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Runtime 1h 39m 99 minutes total
User Rating 6.2/10 Good (289 votes)
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Budget $8M Production budget
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Box Office $60M 7.5x return
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Language CN Original language
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Country Hong Kong Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
CN
Budget
$8,000,000
Revenue
$60,004,461

Production Companies

  • Win's Entertainment Ltd.
  • Film Workshop
  • Distant Horizon

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Black Mask about?

Super-soldier recruit Tsui Chik is forced to escape with his comrades after the project is canceled. Months later, he's trying to have a quiet life as a librarian with his best friend, Inspector Sh...

Who directed Black Mask?

Black Mask was directed by Daniel Lee.

How long is Black Mask?

Black Mask has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).

When was Black Mask released?

Black Mask was released on November 7, 1996 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Black Mask?

The main cast of Black Mask includes Jet Li, Sean Lau Ching-Wan, Karen Mok Man-Wai, Françoise Yip, Kong Lung.

Is Black Mask worth watching?

Black Mask has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 289 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.