Ong-Bak
Directed by Prachya Pinkaew · 2003 ·
Is Ong-Bak worth watching?
Yes. Ong-Bak (2003) earns a 71% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as องค์บาก Ong Bak: El guerrero Muay Thai Ong-Bak: Guerreiro Sagrado マッハ!!!!!!!! 옹박: 무에타이의 후예 拳霸 Ong-Bak : Savaşçı Ong-Bak - Nato per combattere
Theatrical release Where to watch
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Where to watch Ong-Bak by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Thailand | Netflix |
| United States | Prime Video, fuboTV |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (80/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (82%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (62/100).
- Celluloid Score 71% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
Not ideal for
- Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films
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Is Ong-Bak worth watching?
Yes — Ong-Bak earns a 71% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits short runtime — easy weeknight watch, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it. Read our full review (3.5/5).
Celluloid verdict
No wires, no doubles, no CGI — Tony Jaa announced Muay Thai to the world by doing everything for real, twice.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Ong-Bak about?
When the head of a statue sacred to a village is stolen, a young martial artist goes to the big city and finds himself taking on the underworld to retrieve it.
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Critic Reviews
Ong-Bak (2003) Review: Muay Thai With No Safety Net
★★★½☆
Ong-Bak is the Thai martial arts film that made Tony Jaa a star, a thin revenge story carried by bone-crunching Muay Thai stunts performed for real.
Yes, with reservations. The stunts and fights are astonishing and essential for action fans, but the plot, acting and comic relief are strictly functional.
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Ong-Bak: frequently asked questions
Is Ong-Bak worth watching?
Yes. Ong-Bak (2003) has a Celluloid Score of 71%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Ong-Bak?
In the United States, Ong-Bak streams on Prime Video, fuboTV with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Netflix in Thailand. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Ong-Bak?
Ong-Bak runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).
What is Ong-Bak rated?
Ong-Bak is rated R in the United States, 18 in the UK, MA15+ in Australia, 14A in Canada and 15 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Ong-Bak?
Ong-Bak is directed by Prachya Pinkaew and stars Tony Jaa, Petchtai Wongkamlao, Patrarin Punyanutatam, Suchao Pongwilai, Choomporn Theppitak.
What is the Metascore for Ong-Bak?
Metacritic's Metascore for Ong-Bak is 62 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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