The Once Upon a Time in China movies in order
There are 6 Once Upon a Time in China films, about 9.4 hours in total. The first was released in 1991, the latest in 1997. Watching in release order is the safest way to meet the story as audiences did.
The Wong Fei Hung film series consists of six martial arts–historical movies from Hong Kong cinema, often starring Jet Li. Set during the turbulent late Qing Dynasty, the films portray the legendary physician and martial artist Wong Fei Hung as he confronts foreign powers, corrupt factions, and dark cults. Each installment reflects strong themes of patriotism, humanity, and traditional Chinese martial arts, offering a cinematic tribute to cultural heritage and heroic spirit.
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Once Upon a Time in China (1991)
15 Aug 1991 · 134 min
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 Ye
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Once Upon a Time in China II (1992)
16 Apr 1992 · 113 min
Wong Fei-Hung faces the White Lotus Society, a fanatical cult seeking to drive the Europeans out of China through violence, even attacking Chinese who follow Western ways. Wong must also defend revolutionary Dr. Sun Yat Sen from the military.
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Once Upon a Time in China III (1993)
14 Jan 1993 · 112 min
Master Wong and his disciples enroll in the 'Dancing Lion Competition' to stop an assassination plot and to battle an arrogant, deceitful opponent.
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Once Upon a Time in China IV (1993)
10 Jun 1993 · 101 min
Wong Fei Hung must win another Lion Dance contest in order to defeat the eight foreign concessions in Shanghai.
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Once Upon a Time in China V (1994)
18 Jun 1994
After the authorities flee China with public funds, Wong Fei-Hung battles pirates and corrupt officials to help the government restore peace.
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Once Upon a Time in China and America (1997)
1 Feb 1997 · 102 min
So goes to the U.S. to open a martial arts school. Around this time, many Chinese people were sold off to U.S. railroad companies, and were brutally treated by the Americans under the harsh working conditions. Thus, the American workers' hatred towards the Chinese immigrants is high. As a result, So gets into trouble with the Americans and the mob, and calls Master Wong for help.
Order and dates from TMDB collection data. Unreleased entries are added once they get a release date.