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Project A Review (1983) — 81% Celluloid Score

Directed by Jackie Chan · 1983 ·

Short answer

Is Project A worth watching?

Yes. Project A (1983) earns an 81% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

81%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

92% Editorial Rating
88% Audience snapshot · excluded
78 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.9
7.4 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 45m
Age rating
PG-13 (US) · 12 (UK) · M (Australia) · 15 (South Korea)
Cast
Jackie Chan , Sammo Hung Kam-Bo , Yuen Biao , Dick Wei , Mars , Tai Bo , Isabella Wong , Kwan Hoi-San
Streaming
WeTV
Country
Hong Kong
Language
Cantonese

Also known as A計劃 Proyecto A Los piratas del mar de China Le Marin des mers de Chine Der Superfighter Projeto China プロジェクトＡ 프로젝트 A

Where to watch

  • WeTV

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Where to watch Project A by country

Country Streaming on
India WeTV
Indonesia WeTV
Japan Hulu, U-NEXT, WeTV
Malaysia WeTV
Philippines WeTV
South Korea TVING, WeTV
Thailand WeTV
United Arab Emirates WeTV
United States WeTV

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (92/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (88%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (78/100).
  • Celluloid Score 81% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded action, adventure, comedy pick
  • Short runtime — easy weeknight watch

Not ideal for

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    Is Project A worth watching?

    Yes — Project A earns an 81% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded action, adventure, comedy pick. Read our full review (3.5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Chan, Sammo Hung and Yuen Biao at full strength, plus the clocktower fall that Chan did three times because the first two were not enough.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is Project A about?

    In late 19th century Hong Kong, the British may rule the land, but the pirates rule the waters. Coast Guard officer Dragon Ma is determined that his beloved Coast Guard will not be made a fool of.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Project A

    Project A (1983) Review: Jackie Chan's Pirate-Busting Romp

    Project A is Jackie Chan's period action comedy about a coast guard officer fighting pirates in colonial Hong Kong, a loose story built around dazzling stunt work.

    Yes, with reservations. The set pieces with Sammo Hung and Yuen Biao are superb, making it a treat for action fans, but the plot is scrappy and the pacing uneven.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

    Project A stills

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    Project A: frequently asked questions

    Is Project A worth watching?

    Yes. Project A (1983) has a Celluloid Score of 81%, 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 Project A?

    In the United States, Project A streams on WeTV 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: WeTV in India; WeTV in Indonesia; Hulu, U-NEXT, WeTV in Japan; WeTV in Malaysia. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Project A?

    Project A runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).

    What is Project A rated?

    Project A is rated PG-13 in the United States, 12 in the UK, M in Australia 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 Project A?

    Project A is directed by Jackie Chan and stars Jackie Chan, Sammo Hung Kam-Bo, Yuen Biao, Dick Wei, Mars.

    What is the Metascore for Project A?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Project A is 78 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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