1991 · movie · R · 2h 14m
Once Upon a Time in China
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Is Once Upon a Time in China on Netflix?
No. Once Upon a Time in China (1991) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
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In late 19th-century Canton, legendary hero Wong Fei-Hung battles foreign forces' (English, French and American) plundering of China. When Aunt Yee returns from America totally westernised, Wong assumes the role of protector. This proves difficult when his martial arts school and local militia become involved in fierce battles with foreign and local governments. As violence escalates, even Aunt Yee has to question her new western ideals, but is it possible to fight guns with Kung Fu?
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Critic and audience ratings set the number. Popularity, Top 10 position and recency can only lift it, never sink it. Full method.
| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 7.1/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 28 | none |
Once Upon a Time in China: common questions
Is Once Upon a Time in China on Netflix?
No. Once Upon a Time in China (1991) is not on Netflix in the US right now. You can stream it on HBO Max.
Where can I watch Once Upon a Time in China?
Once Upon a Time in China (1991) is included with a HBO Max subscription in the US.
Is Once Upon a Time in China worth watching?
It scores 69/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in B-tier: worth it.
How long is Once Upon a Time in China?
Once Upon a Time in China runs 2h 14m (134 minutes).
What is Once Upon a Time in China rated?
Once Upon a Time in China is rated R in the US.
Who is in Once Upon a Time in China?
Once Upon a Time in China stars Jet Li, Yuen Biao, Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau, Rosamund Kwan Chi-Lam.
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Availability last verified September 22, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.