TMDb/A Man Called Tiger Movie 1973 Hong Kong action film meant for Bruce Lee, starring Jimmy Wang Yu. A relentless revenge quest in Japan, echoing the style of modern John Wick. April 4, 2026 AceShowbiz - A Man Called Tiger is a remarkable 1973 Hong Kong martial arts film that shares a style reminiscent of the modern John Wick franchise. Directed by Lo Wei, who also helmed Bruce Lee's first major kung fu movies, A Man Called Tiger was originally intended to star the legendary Bruce Lee. However, fate had other plans, and martial arts icon Jimmy Wang Yu ultimately took the lead role.