Martial Arts of Shaolin (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 6.1

Released in 1986, Martial Arts of Shaolin is an action and comedy film directed by Lau Kar-leung, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. In ancient China, Zhi Ming trains at the legendary Northern Shaolin temple to avenge the death of his father at the hands of a nefarious magistrate.
Who’s in it. Martial Arts of Shaolin stars Jet Li as Zhi Ming, Woo Gin-Keung as Chao Wei, Huang Qiu-Yan as Si Ma Yan and Yu Chenghui as He Sao, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Martial Arts of Shaolin has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Martial Arts of Shaolin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Martial Arts of Shaolin 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 Martial Arts of Shaolin (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Martial Arts of Shaolin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Martial Arts of Shaolin worth watching?
- Martial Arts of Shaolin holds an audience score of 6.1 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 Martial Arts of Shaolin?
- Martial Arts of Shaolin stars Jet Li, Woo Gin-Keung, Huang Qiu-Yan, Yu Chenghui and Yu Hai.
- When was Martial Arts of Shaolin released?
- Martial Arts of Shaolin was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.
