The Way of the Dragon (, released in the United States as Return of the Dragon) is a 1972 Hong Kong martial artsactioncomedy film written, produced and directed by Bruce Lee, who also stars in the lead role. This was Lee's only completed directorial effort. The film co-stars Nora Miao, Chuck Norris, Robert Wall and Hwang In-shik. Way of the Dragon was released in Hong Kong on 30 December 1972.