Once Upon a Time in China (1991)
Movie 2h 13m ★ 7.1/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something, pure adrenaline
Dating from 1991, Once Upon a Time in China sits in the action and drama corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Tsui Hark. The cast includes Jet Li, Yuen Biao and Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau. The running time is 2h 13m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.1 out of 10.
59Tonight Score Well rated, a classic.
Synopsis
Set in late 19th century Canton, this martial arts film depicts the stance taken by the legendary martial arts hero Wong Fei-Hung against foreign forces' plundering of China.
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Cast & crew
- Tsui HarkDirector
- Jet Lias Wong Fei Hung
- Yuen Biaoas Leung Foon
- Jacky Cheung Hok-Yauas Buck Teeth So
- Rosamund Kwanas 13th Aunt
- Kent Cheng Jak-Sias Porky Wing
- Yuen Gam-Faias Ling Wan Kai
- Yen Shi-Kwanas Iron Robe Yim Chun Tung
- Lau Shunas Naval Commander Lau
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Questions about Once Upon a Time in China
- What genre is Once Upon a Time in China?
- Once Upon a Time in China is categorised as Action, Drama.
- Who stars in Once Upon a Time in China?
- Jet Li, Yuen Biao, Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau, Rosamund Kwan, Kent Cheng Jak-Si appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Once Upon a Time in China?
- Tsui Hark directed Once Upon a Time in China.
- How long is Once Upon a Time in China?
- Once Upon a Time in China runs for 2h 13m (133 minutes).
- Is Once Upon a Time in China worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.1/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Once Upon a Time in China?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
