Jiangshi Horror on Blu-ray

Jiangshi Horror is dedicated to Hong Kong's beloved "hopping vampire" subgenre, rooted in Chinese folklore about reanimated corpses that move by hopping with outstretched arms. Ricky Lau directs two of these titles, with Lam Ching Ying, Ricky Hui and Moon Lee among the recurring cast.

This collection overlaps closely with our Kung Fu Horror and Vampire Horror collections - browse those for more in this style.

Browse our full Jiangshi Horror collection below.

Essential Jiangshi Horror Releases

The titles in this collection:

These are just a few of the many titles available in this collection at Terracotta Distribution.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a jiangshi?

A jiangshi is a reanimated corpse from Chinese folklore, traditionally depicted moving by hopping with arms outstretched - the basis for an entire wave of Hong Kong horror-comedies starting with Mr. Vampire.

Which actor appears most in this collection?

Lam Ching Ying, Ricky Hui and Moon Lee each appear in two of these titles - Lam Ching Ying in particular became inseparable from the genre through his role as the Taoist priest.

How is this different from your Kung Fu Horror and Vampire Horror collections?

This collection specifically groups the classic hopping-vampire titles; our Kung Fu Horror and Vampire Horror collections cover overlapping and related films from a broader angle.

Are these region-free with English subtitles?

Yes, these are region-free Blu-rays from specialist Hong Kong cinema labels, with English subtitles included.

Where should I start?

Mr. Vampire is the essential starting point for this entire subgenre.