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Shaolin Soccer Review (2001) — 77% Celluloid Score

Directed by Stephen Chow · 2001 ·

Short answer

Is Shaolin Soccer worth watching?

Yes. Shaolin Soccer (2001) earns a 77% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

77%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

88% Editorial Rating
84% Audience snapshot · excluded
72 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.7
7.3 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
1h 53m
Age rating
PG (US) · 12A (UK) · PG (Australia) · ALL (South Korea)
Cast
Stephen Chow , Richard Ng Man-Tat , Vicky Zhao Wei , Patrick Tse Yin , Karen Mok Man-Wai , Wong Yat-Fei , Mo Meilin , Tenky Tin Kai-Man
Country
Hong Kong
Language
Cantonese

Also known as 少林足球 Shaolin Kickers Kung Fu Futebol Clube 少林サッカー 소림축구 Shaolin Futbolu นักเตะเสี้ยวลิ้มยี่ Đội Bóng Thiếu Lâm

Where to watch

Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Catchplay, Vidio in Indonesia. Check local listings for your region.

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Where to watch Shaolin Soccer by country

Country Streaming on
Indonesia Catchplay, Vidio
Japan Hulu, U-NEXT

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

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (88/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (84%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (72/100).
  • Celluloid Score 77% 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, comedy pick

Not ideal for

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    Is Shaolin Soccer worth watching?

    Yes — Shaolin Soccer earns a 77% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded action, comedy pick. Read our full review (3.5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Stephen Chow turns kung fu into a cartoon physics engine, two years before Kung Fu Hustle refined it.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is Shaolin Soccer about?

    A young Shaolin follower reunites with his discouraged brothers to form a soccer team using their martial art skills to their advantage.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Shaolin Soccer

    Shaolin Soccer (2001) Review: Kung Fu Meets the Penalty Box

    Shaolin Soccer is Stephen Chow's cartoonish Hong Kong sports comedy about kung fu brothers turned footballers, a joyful, ramshackle warm-up for Kung Fu Hustle.

    Yes, with reservations. It is a gleefully silly crowd-pleaser for fans of absurd comedy and martial arts, though its effects have dated and not every gag lands.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

    Shaolin Soccer stills

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    Shaolin Soccer: frequently asked questions

    Is Shaolin Soccer worth watching?

    Yes. Shaolin Soccer (2001) has a Celluloid Score of 77%, 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 Shaolin Soccer?

    In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Catchplay, Vidio in Indonesia; Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Shaolin Soccer?

    Shaolin Soccer runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).

    What is Shaolin Soccer rated?

    Shaolin Soccer is rated PG in the United States, 12A in the UK, PG in Australia and ALL in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Shaolin Soccer?

    Shaolin Soccer is directed by Stephen Chow and stars Stephen Chow, Richard Ng Man-Tat, Vicky Zhao Wei, Patrick Tse Yin, Karen Mok Man-Wai.

    What is the Metascore for Shaolin Soccer?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Shaolin Soccer is 72 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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