The Legend of Drunken Master
Directed by Lau Kar-leung · 1994 ·
Is The Legend of Drunken Master worth watching?
Yes. The Legend of Drunken Master (1994) earns a 78% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (92%) responded more warmly than critics (83%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as 醉拳二 El Maestro Borracho II La leyenda del luchador borracho Combats de maître Drunken Master O Mestre Invencível 2 酔拳2 취권 2
Theatrical release Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Sky Cinema in the United Kingdom. Check local listings for your region.
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Where to watch The Legend of Drunken Master by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Japan | U-NEXT |
| United Kingdom | Sky Cinema |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (83/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (92%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (73/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.1/5).
- Celluloid Score 78% 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
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
- Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics
Not ideal for
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Is The Legend of Drunken Master worth watching?
Yes — The Legend of Drunken Master earns a 78% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded action, comedy pick. Read our full review (4/5).
Celluloid verdict
The final reel — Chan against Ken Lo under a steel mill — is arguably the best sustained fight sequence in cinema.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Audiences (92%) responded more warmly than critics (83%).
What is The Legend of Drunken Master about?
Returning home with his father after a shopping expedition, Wong Fei-Hong is unwittingly caught up in the battle between foreigners who wish to export ancient Chinese artifacts and loyalists who don't want the pieces to leave the country. Fei-Hong must fight against the foreigners using his Drunken Boxing style, and overcome his father's antagonism as well.
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Critic Reviews
The Legend of Drunken Master (1994) Review: Chan at His Peak
★★★★☆
The Legend of Drunken Master is Jackie Chan's riotous kung fu comedy about a young Wong Fei-hung and his drunken boxing, home to some of the finest fights ever filmed.
Yes. It is essential for martial arts fans and a joy for anyone who loves physical comedy, provided you can forgive a thin plot and very broad humour.
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The Legend of Drunken Master: frequently asked questions
Is The Legend of Drunken Master worth watching?
Yes. The Legend of Drunken Master (1994) has a Celluloid Score of 78%, 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 The Legend of Drunken Master?
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: U-NEXT in Japan; Sky Cinema in the United Kingdom. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is The Legend of Drunken Master?
The Legend of Drunken Master runs 1 hour 42 minutes (102 minutes).
What is The Legend of Drunken Master rated?
The Legend of Drunken Master is rated R in the United States and 12 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in The Legend of Drunken Master?
The Legend of Drunken Master is directed by Lau Kar-leung and stars Jackie Chan, Ti Lung, Anita Mui Yim-Fong, Ram Chiang Chi-Kwong, Lau Kar-leung.
What is the Metascore for The Legend of Drunken Master?
Metacritic's Metascore for The Legend of Drunken Master is 73 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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