The Return of the Shaolin Chef (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1980, The Return of the Shaolin Chef is an action and comedy film directed by Godfrey Ho, running about 85 minutes. “The war was over quickly, the battle rages forever!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Ko Lin kills the brother of Hung Lau, an outlaw. Hung Lau, in turn, kills Ko Lin's entire family, and goes into hiding to learn and master the "natural fist", the most deadly form of kung-fu. The final battle between the two sworn enemies is a dynamic duel to the death.
Who’s in it. The Return of the Shaolin Chef stars Elton Jeong Jin-Hwa as Colin, Mike Wang Ryong, Natassia Jin Nu-Ri and Kook Jong-Hwan.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Return of the Shaolin Chef has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Return of the Shaolin Chef page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Return of the Shaolin Chef tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Return of the Shaolin Chef (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Return of the Shaolin Chef change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Return of the Shaolin Chef worth watching?
- The Return of the Shaolin Chef holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Return of the Shaolin Chef?
- The Return of the Shaolin Chef stars Elton Jeong Jin-Hwa, Mike Wang Ryong, Natassia Jin Nu-Ri and Kook Jong-Hwan.
- When was The Return of the Shaolin Chef released?
- The Return of the Shaolin Chef was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.