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Watch on Prime Video. rent/buy from $1.99. 2. The 36th Chamber of Shaolin (1978) R | 116 min | Action, Adventure, Drama. 7.6. Rate. A man studies kung fu at the Shaolin Temple to fight back against the oppressive Manchu government. Director: Chia-Liang Liu | Stars: Chia-Hui Liu, Lieh Lo, Yue Wong, Chia-Yung Liu.
- Enter the Dragon. Bruce Lee, John Saxon, Jim Kelly. 231 votes. The film features Bruce Lee as a martial arts expert who must infiltrate a martial arts competition held on a villain's private island.
- Five Deadly Venoms. Sheng Chiang, Philip Kwok, Feng Lu. 193 votes. A classic tale of revenge, the story revolves around a dying clan leader who tasks his last student with bringing justice to the clan's former pupils, who each learned unique, deadly fighting styles.
- The 36th Chamber of Shaolin. Chia Hui Liu, Lau Kar-wing, Shen Chan. 182 votes. This visually stunning work follows a young man seeking refuge in a Shaolin temple after his village is decimated by the ruling Manchu government.
- Drunken Master. Jackie Chan, Siu Tien Yuen, Jang Lee Hwang. 179 votes. Featuring Jackie Chan as a young, rebellious martial artist, the movie injects humor into the genre with Chan's portrayal of the "drunken" fighting style.
The Hammer of God (1970) R | 90 min | Action, Crime, Drama. 6.7. Rate. A martial artist seeks revenge after his master and his entire Kwoon are wiped out by Japanese Karate masters who're in cahoots with a vile martial artist seeking to control the area by opening casinos and trapping people in debt.
- Bloodsport. Jean-Claude Van Damme, Donald Gibb, Leah Ayres. 217 votes. This intense martial arts film introduced the world to Jean-Claude Van Damme, who stars as Frank Dux, an American soldier participating in a dangerous underground fighting tournament called the Kumite.
- Kickboxer. Jean-Claude Van Damme, Dennis Alexio, Dennis Chan. 157 votes. Jean-Claude Van Damme returns to star as Kurt Sloane, whose brother Eric is paralyzed after competing in an underground kickboxing match in Thailand against the formidable Tong Po.
- The Karate Kid. Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita, Elisabeth Shue. 203 votes. A quintessential coming-of-age story, this film follows Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) as he moves to California and learns karate from the wise Mr. Miyagi (Pat Morita), in order to defend himself against bullies at his new school.
- Big Trouble in Little China. Kurt Russell, Kim Cattrall, Dennis Dun. 169 votes. This cult classic directed by John Carpenter blends martial arts action with supernatural comedy elements to create a truly unique adventure.
Sep 7, 2021 · Suddenly, he saw it. The Duel (1971) set in 1930’s China, starring Ti Lung and David Chiang, and directed by Chang Cheh, the actors wore suits rather than robes, and used guns alongside their ...
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May 16, 2023 · 4 The Way of the Dragon. Orange Sky Golden Harvest. Written, co-produced, and starring Bruce Lee, The Way of the Dragon was the last film of his life and his directorial debut. Chen Ching-hua and ...
Apr 15, 2024 · Every decade has seen the emergence of remarkable kung fu movies, and the 1980s stand out as a treasure trove of some of the genre's finest. This golden era of Hong Kong cinema showcased several movies featuring legendary actors like Jackie Chan, Sammo Hung, and Yuen Biao, who redefined the genre with their innovative stunts, intricate choreography, and unparalleled martial arts skills.
