Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen
Directed by Andrew Lau Wai-Keung · 2010 ·
Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen (2010) earns a 57% Celluloid Score — Not Recommended. Not Recommended — reception was largely negative.Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
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Theatrical release Where to watch
- Prime Video
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Where to watch Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| India | Netflix |
| Indonesia | Netflix |
| Japan | Netflix |
| Malaysia | Netflix |
| Pakistan | Netflix |
| Philippines | Netflix |
| South Korea | Netflix, Wavve |
| Thailand | Netflix |
| United Kingdom | Prime Video |
| United States | Prime Video |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (60/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (62%).
- Celluloid Score 57% combines 4 verified rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately.
Best for
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
Not ideal for
- Anyone needing a safe, highly rated pick
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Is Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen worth watching?
No — Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen earns a 57% Celluloid Score. Not Recommended — reception was largely negative.
Celluloid Verdict
Yen inherits the Chen Zhen mantle in a 1930s Shanghai action spectacle with patriotic pulp energy.
Celluloid editorial verdict
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen about?
The Japanese forces occupy Shanghai and slowly start spreading terror in the city. Chen Zhen, who was presumed dead, returns to fight against the Japanese and put an end to their tyrannical rule.
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Critic Reviews
Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen (2010) Review
★★★☆☆
Andrew Lau Wai-Keung's Legend of the Fist: The Return of Chen Zhen (2010) remains a defining Drama landmark from Hong Kong, with scores that still shape how audiences discover the title.
Worth watching — solid entertainment with lasting cultural visibility.
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