
Shaolin(2011)
“In a land torn by strife, the righteous monks of Shaolin stand as a beacon of hope for the oppressed masses.”
Overview
China is plunged into strife as feuding warlords try to expand their power by warring over neighboring lands. Fuelled by his success on the battlefield, young and arrogant Hao Jie sneers at Shaolin's masters when he beats one of them in a duel. But the pride comes before a fall. When his own family is wiped out by a rival warlord, Hao is forced to take refuge with the monks. As the civil unrest spreads and the people suffer, Hao and the Shaolin masters are forced to take a fiery stand against the evil warlords. They launch a daring plan or rescue and escape.
Director
Benny Chan
Studio
JCE Movies
Budget
$29M
Revenue
$34M
Cast

Andy Lau
as Hou Chieh / Chingchueh

Nicholas Tse Ting-Fung
as Tsao Man

Fan Bingbing
as Madam Hou

Jackie Chan
as Wudao

Wu Jing
as Chingneng

Yu Shaoqun
as Chinghai

Xing Yu
as Chingkung

Yu Hai
as Abbot

Xiong Xinxin
as Solungtu

Michelle Bai
as Singer
Sang Weilin
as Yan Cheng

Shi Xiaohong
as Sung Hu
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2011
Runtime
2h 11m
Language
Mandarin
Rating
6.9 / 10
Budget
$29M
Box Office
$34M
Production Companies
JCE Movies • Huayi Brothers Pictures 浙江华谊兄弟影业 • Emperor Motion Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Shaolin?▼
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What is Shaolin about?▼
China is plunged into strife as feuding warlords try to expand their power by warring over neighboring lands. Fuelled by his success on the battlefield, young and arrogant Hao Jie sneers at Shaolin's masters when he beats one of them in a duel. But the pride comes before a fall. When his own family is wiped out by a rival warlord, Hao is forced to take refuge with the monks. As the civil unrest spreads and the people suffer, Hao and the Shaolin masters are forced to take a fiery stand against the evil warlords. They launch a daring plan or rescue and escape.
Who directed Shaolin?▼
Shaolin was directed by Benny Chan and released in 2011. It is a action, drama film.
How long is Shaolin?▼
Shaolin has a runtime of 2 hours and 11 minutes (131 minutes total).
Who stars in Shaolin?▼
The cast of Shaolin includes Andy Lau as Hou Chieh / Chingchueh, Nicholas Tse Ting-Fung as Tsao Man, Fan Bingbing as Madam Hou, Jackie Chan as Wudao, Wu Jing as Chingneng and more.
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