Davy Williams, the main star (and producer), is famous in China for playing the token American in Mandarin films and television.
The character of the American film director in the beginning is named Steven Steinberg, a clear reference to Steven Spielberg.
Sean Eden Yi, who plays the head vampire Ma, also choreographed the martial arts scenes. He is a stuntman and martial arts instructor, as well as an actor.
Director Randy Kent has a cameo as one of the students.