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Once Upon a Time in China (1991): movie guide
Once Upon a Time in China (1991) is a Action, Drama running about 133 minutes. It holds a TMDB score of 7.1/10 from 516 votes. Notable cast includes Jet Li, Yuen Biao, Jacky Cheung Hok-yau, Rosamund Kwan Chi-Lam. Cinema Box covers trailers, cast, and details for discovery — not full streaming.
- Released: 1991-08-15
- Runtime: 133 min
- TMDB: 7.1/10
- Genres: Action, Drama
Last updated: 2026-11-11 · First listed: 1991-08-15
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What is Once Upon a Time in China about?
In late 19th-century Canton, legendary hero Wong Fei-Hung battles foreign forces' (English, French and American) plundering of China. When Aunt Yee returns from America totally westernised, Wong assumes the role of protector. This proves difficult when his martial arts school and local militia become involved in fierce battles with foreign and local governments. As violence escalates, even Aunt Yee has to question her new western ideals, but is it possible to fight guns with Kung Fu?
Cast highlights
Once Upon a Time in China features Jet Li, Yuen Biao, Jacky Cheung Hok-yau, Rosamund Kwan Chi-Lam, Kent Cheng Jak-si, Yuen Gam-Fai. Open the Cinema Box title page for the full cast list and character credits.
Key facts
Release date: 1991-08-15. Runtime: 133 minutes. TMDB score: 7.1/10 (516 votes). Genres: Action, Drama. Original language: cn. Status: Released.
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Frequently asked questions
- What genre is Once Upon a Time in China?
- Once Upon a Time in China is listed as Action, Drama on TMDB.
- How long is Once Upon a Time in China?
- Once Upon a Time in China runs about 133 minutes.
- Who stars in Once Upon a Time in China?
- Cast highlights include Jet Li, Yuen Biao, Jacky Cheung Hok-yau, Rosamund Kwan Chi-Lam, Kent Cheng Jak-si, Yuen Gam-Fai.
- Does Cinema Box stream Once Upon a Time in China?
- No. Cinema Box is discovery-only — trailers, details, ratings, and watchlists. It does not host or stream full movies.
