Eureka Classics to Release Triple Threat: Three Films With Sammo Hung Blu-ray in December 2025
Sammo Hung helped redefine Hong Kong martial arts cinema in the late 1970s. Known for his work as a stuntman, choreographer, director, and actor, Hung became one of the leading figures of the industry. Eureka Classics is now releasing Triple Threat: Three Films With Sammo Hung, a limited edition Blu-ray collection that charts his rise from supporting roles to international stardom.
Overview of the collection
The set is limited to 2000 copies and brings three films to UK Blu-ray for the first time: The Manchu Boxer, Paper Marriage, and Shanghai, Shanghai. Each title is presented in 1080p from brand new 2K restorations of the original Hong Kong theatrical cuts. A bonus disc exclusive to this edition includes the extended international versions of The Manchu Boxer and Shanghai, Shanghai. The collection will be released on Dec. 8, 2025.
The films
The Manchu Boxer (1974)
Directed by Wu Ma, The Manchu Boxer features Sammo Hung as both the villain and fight choreographer. The plot follows a martial artist who enters a boxing tournament to confront a gang of bandits. The film showcases Hung’s early career, when his choreography was already shaping the look of Hong Kong action cinema.
Paper Marriage (1988)
By the late 1980s, Hung was firmly established as a star. In Alfred Cheung’s action comedy Paper Marriage, he plays a down-on-his-luck Chinese boxer living in Canada. Pressed by debt, he agrees to a sham marriage with an immigrant, played by Maggie Cheung, who wants Canadian citizenship. The film combines slapstick comedy with sharp fight scenes, reflecting Hung’s ability to shift between humor and action.
Shanghai, Shanghai (1990)
Set in 1930s Shanghai, Shanghai, Shanghai blends martial arts with crime drama. Yuen Biao stars as a young man searching for his police officer brother in the city. Hung appears as a ruthless gangster, delivering one of his darker performances. The film reflects the “heroic bloodshed” style that defined Hong Kong cinema at the time.
Technical specifications
- 1080p HD presentations from brand new 2K restorations of the original Hong Kong theatrical cuts
- Original mono audio tracks
- Optional English dubs
- Newly translated English subtitles
- Bonus disc with extended international versions of The Manchu Boxer and Shanghai, Shanghai
- Region coding: A & B
Special features
- O-card slipcase with new artwork by Sam Gilbey
- Collector’s booklet with new writing on Sammo Hung
- Exclusive bonus disc
- New audio commentaries:
- The Manchu Boxer with Frank Djeng and Michael Worth
- Paper Marriage with Arne Venema and Domoni Ting
- Shanghai, Shanghai with Frank Djeng and F.J. DeSanto
- New interview with director Alfred Cheung
- Trailers
Final thoughts
Triple Threat: Three Films With Sammo Hung highlights Hung’s versatility as a villain, comedian, and dramatic lead. With all three films restored from their original Hong Kong theatrical cuts, plus exclusive extras and limited edition packaging, this Eureka release offers the definitive Blu-ray edition for martial arts fans.
Pre-order links
- UK: https://eurekavideo.co.uk/movie/triple-threat-three-films-with-sammo-hung-limited-edition-set/
- US: https://diabolikdvd.com/product/triple-threat-three-films-with-sammo-hung-le-eureka-us-blu-ray/