Classic Wuxia Film The Invincible Eight Gets a Blu-ray Release from Eureka Entertainment
Eureka Entertainment is releasing The Invincible Eight (1971) on Blu-ray in March.
Film Overview
The Invincible Eight (1971) is a wuxia action film directed by Lo Wei and produced during the early years of Golden Harvest. The film predates Lo Wei’s international success with The Big Boss and Fist of Fury and represents one of the studio’s formative productions following its founding in 1970.
The story follows eight men and women who unite to take revenge on a military General responsible for killing members of their families. Their plan is complicated by the General’s protection, which includes the Imperial army and an elite group of bodyguards armed with whips.
The cast includes Nora Miao, Angela Mao, Paul Chang Chung, and James Tien. The film features fight choreography by Sammo Hung, who also appears on screen as one of the General’s henchmen.
Video and Audio Specs
The Blu-ray includes a 1080p HD presentation from a new 2K restoration. Audio is presented in original Mandarin mono. Optional English subtitles are included and have been newly translated for this release.
Bonus Features
- New audio commentary by East Asian cinema expert Frank Djeng (NY Asian Film Festival) and martial artist and filmmaker Michael Worth
- Whip Smart – new appreciation of The Invincible Eight by Wayne Wong, author of Martial Arts Ecology
- Original theatrical trailer
Packaging, Extras and Edition Size
The release includes a limited edition O-card slipcase with new artwork by Grégory Sacré (Gokaiju) and a limited edition collector’s booklet featuring new writing by Camille Zaurin is also included. It is limited to 2,000 copies.
Release Date and Availability
Eureka Entertainment will release The Invincible Eight (1971) on Blu-ray on March 16, 2026 in the UK.
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This release is part of Eureka Entertainment’s March 2026 Blu-ray line-up, which also includes Cruel Tale of Bushido (1963) and The Devil’s Hand (1943).
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