Top 11+ Must-Watch Chinese Zombie Movies

Chinese zombie films have become a captivating topic for audiences since the 90s, particularly in Hong Kong cinema with the involvement of Lam Ching Ying. Besides the spine-chilling scenes, the genre of zombie comedies brings cheerful laughter to viewers. Let's explore some of the finest and most recent Chinese zombie movies for an exciting and entertaining movie-watching experience!

Exorcism Master - Lam Ching Ying's Latest Chinese Zombie Movie

When discussing Lam Ching Ying's Chinese zombie films, one cannot overlook '

'. This is one of the highly acclaimed and captivating films that you cannot afford to miss.

• Release Year: 1993.
• Cast: Lam Ching Ying, Ngọ Mã, Trâu Triệu Long, Wing-cho Yip,...
• Genre: Horror Comedy.
• Duration: 92 minutes.

This Chinese zombie movie by Lam Ching Ying revolves around the character of priest Wu. He decides to reopen a long-abandoned church despite being advised against by the daoist Nine. There, he encounters a deceased priest who has turned into a zombie. With ambitions to turn everyone into his kind, Wu fights to protect the people while facing the evil the twisted priest is spreading.

Chinese Zombie Movie - Vampire vs. Zombie

• Release Year: 1989.
• Cast: Lam Ching Ying, Fong Lui, Siu-Ho Chin
• Genre: Vampire Zombie Comedy.
• Duration: 84 minutes.

One standout from Lam Ching Ying's renowned Hong Kong comedy zombie movies is the film 'Vampire vs. Zombie'. The movie depicts the peaceful life of a priest and two brothers living in a small rural area. While searching for a new water source, they accidentally encounter a vampire at a nearby church. Despite trying every method to escape the terrifying situation, it seems that the Chinese exorcism spell doesn't work.

Exorcism Master - Mr Vampire

• Release Year: 1985.
• Cast: Chin Siu-ho, Lam Ching Ying, Moon Lee, Ricky Hui, Wong Siu-fung.
• Genre: Comedy, Horror, Martial Arts, Period.
• Duration: 120 minutes.

“Exorcism Master” is the latest Hong Kong zombie movie at that time. It follows the exorcism journey of Master Mao Shan and his two disciples at the Nam's house. Due to the mistakes of his disciples, the corpses in this house have been resurrected and turned into zombies. The escaped zombies commit murder, complicating the exorcism process for the three.

Can they ultimately seal them away? This zombie movie also delivers a message about karma that spares no one. This is something Lord of the Underworld, a Thanchai (royal bloodline), always reminds people of. From his title, he warns about safeguarding souls and reflecting on one's actions in life.

Zombie Family - Hilarious Zombie Movie 

• Release Year: 1986.
• Cast: Lam Ching Ying, Nguyen Buu, Billy Lau, Fat Chung,...
• Genre: Horror Comedy, Martial Arts, Action.
• Duration: 89 minutes.

The film tells the story of a man who accidentally discovers a tomb from the Manchu period containing three corpses of a family. After he brings these corpses back to the city, an incident causes the talisman to fall off, unexpectedly reviving these corpses. The movie provides many humorous situations, making viewers feel comfortable and not too scared as it belongs to the genre of comedic zombie films.

Zombie Hunter Squad - Hong Kong Zombie Movie

• Release Year: 2017
• Directors: Hang Chiu and Anthony Yan.
• Cast: Tien Tieu Hao, Thai Han Uc, Lam Minh Tinh,...
• Genre: Action, Comedy, Horror,...
• Duration: 95 minutes.

'Zombie Hunter Squad' is the latest Hong Kong zombie comedy action film. The story revolves around Truong Xuan Thien, a young man who is a member of the zombie hunter squad.

The mission of this squad is to investigate and handle cases related to zombies. Thien starts to develop feelings for a female zombie. From then on, he has to face many difficult challenges. Throughout the action-packed sequences, the squad always receives support from Chau. With his guidance, they find reasonable solutions to overcome the challenges.

Rising of the Zombies - Latest Zombie Movie

• Release Year: 2022
• Genre: Horror, zombie movie, martial arts.
• Duration: 120 minutes.

The story revolves around two exorcists from different Daoist and Buddhist schools. They have animosity towards each other. However, when a zombie appears, they must cooperate to defeat this zombie. The movie showcases thrilling exorcism scenes performed by both exorcists and monks.

'Rising of the Zombies' is one of the latest Hong Kong zombie movies. It features an engaging and dramatic plot. The story depicts a tense confrontation between two exorcists from different schools. But they must work together to eliminate this terrifying demonic force.

Vampire Royalty - The Lord of the Undead

• Release Year: 1991
• Genre: Horror, Comedy
• Duration: 88 minutes

'The Lord of the Undead' has received much praise from audiences. The story follows Mao Xiao Fang's journey to capture ghosts in a haunted village. While combating demons, he also has to deal with the task of educating two young apprentices - one with a penchant for vanity and the other somewhat useless.

A humorous situation in this zombie comedy is when one of the apprentices falls in love with a female ghost. This leads to a hilariously complicated situation. Thus, Xiao Fang must simultaneously vanquish the spirit and teach his apprentice to break free from infatuation. You'll experience thrilling and laughter-filled moments with this film.

Encounters of the Spooky Kind - Ghostly Confrontations

• Release Year: 1980
• Genre: Vampire, Horror, Comedy
• Duration: 98 minutes

The film 'Encounters of the Spooky Kind' debuted in 1980. It belongs to the horror comedy genre of vampire films and runs for 98 minutes. The story revolves around Truong Beo - a man with an unfortunate fate. Truong Beo is deceived by his friend and loses consciousness in an abandoned temple.

Upon returning home, he faces his wife's dissatisfaction with their landlord. Fearing revenge, the landlord hires a sorcerer capable of controlling vampires to harm Truong Beo. However, luck is on Truong Beo's side when he receives help from Tu Thuc and escapes the danger.

Magic Cop Special Task Force - The Best Vampire Movie 

• Release Year: 1990
• Genre: Vampire, Horror, Comedy
• Duration: 87 minutes

The movie 'Ghostbusters' is a Hong Kong crime masterpiece, also an intriguing comedy vampire film. The story revolves around a police officer invited to Hong Kong to crack a major drug case. Audiences will be enthralled by the tense confrontations between this police officer and a Japanese female sorceress. The sorceress uses vampires to transport drugs. The film brings tension and excitement in the showdown between the police officer and the female ghost, without being haunted by horror elements.

Spiritual Trinity - Human Demon Deity 

• Release Year: 1991
• Director: Ngô Miễn Cần
• Cast: Lâm Chánh Anh, Trịnh Tắc Sĩ, Vương Tiểu Phụng, Lê Tư, Tiền Thập Nhị
• Genre: Spiritual, Action, Horror

'Human Demon Deity' (Spiritual Trinity) is another standout film of Lam Chanh Anh's vampire genre. The story revolves around three special characters: a human, a vampire, and a deity. They are all linked by issues from their past lives and must solve a complex situation together. At one point, the main character, a pure-hearted individual, unintentionally discovers a vampire being haunted from the underworld.

When the vampire is attacked, he encounters a mysterious deity. This deity is responsible for initiating a series of strange events related to their destiny. The three main characters in this vampire film will journey together in peril. They help each other confront cruelty and haunting. They must unravel and face mysteries from the past and confront supernatural challenges.

Imperial Vampire Emperor – Jiang Shi Huang Di 

• Release Year: 2017
• Genre: Jiangshi, Martial Arts, Comedy
• Duration: 65 minutes

This latest jiangshi film revolves around the humorous adventure of a group of people who accidentally discover an ancient tomb containing the corpse of an Emperor from ancient times. When the tomb is opened, the jiangshi Emperor unexpectedly awakens and rises after thousands of years. However, this jiangshi is not a terrifying monster but rather has a humorous and mischievous personality.

The journey of the group becomes fun and full of surprises. They try to help the jiangshi Emperor return to his final resting place. In this film, audiences will witness funny mental battles and spectacular martial arts action sequences. This is an interesting jiangshi film for those who love the combination of humor and classic martial arts of Chinese cinema.

Interim Conclusion

Above is the compilation of the top 11+ Hong Kong jiangshi films by Lam Chanh Anh, the best jiangshi comedy films. Jiangshi stories not only bring horror but also combine with humor, action, and spirituality, creating diversity and attraction. Stay tuned to Mytour for updates on the latest jiangshi films!

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