Ip Man Movies: Main Timeline
This watch order follows the connected narrative of the Donnie Yen series directed by Wilson Yip, plus its direct spin-off focusing on Cheung Tin-chi. The films progress chronologically through Ip Man's life from the Japanese occupation to his final years.
Master Z is positioned between the third and fourth main films, following Cheung Tin-chi's story after his encounter with Ip Man while the final film deals with Ip Man's journey to San Francisco in 1964. This chronological arrangement provides the most complete narrative experience for the connected storyline.
There is 1 other watch order available – see the link up above.
Ip Man
A semi-biographical martial arts film following Wing Chun master Yip Man as he faces personal and national challenges during the Japanese occupation of China in the 1930s and 1940s.
Ip Man 2
After settling in post-war Hong Kong, Wing Chun master Ip Man opens a kung fu school to teach troubled youth while facing challenges from rival martial artists and powerful enemies.
Ip Man 3
Master Ip Man faces off against a ruthless gang of criminals led by a corrupt property developer who threatens to take over his city.
Master Z: Ip Man Legacy
After his defeat by Master Ip, Cheung Tin Chi attempts to start a peaceful new life in Hong Kong with his son, working at a bar. However, he's inevitably drawn back into conflict when local triads and foreign influences threaten his quiet existence.
Ip Man 4: The Finale
Following his wife's death, martial arts master Ip Man travels to San Francisco to mediate conflicts between local kung fu masters and his famous student Bruce Lee, while seeking better opportunities for his son.
Other Film Series
A Better Tomorrow
A landmark Hong Kong action series exploring themes of brotherhood, loyalty, and redemption through stylized gunplay and emotional drama.
Ana de Armas
Cuban-born actress who transitioned from Spanish television to become a Hollywood star through acclaimed performances in Blade Runner 2049, Knives Out, and Blonde.
Dirty Harry
San Francisco Inspector Harry Callahan's uncompromising approach to justice across five iconic cop thrillers.
Pusher
A Danish crime trilogy exploring Copenhagen's criminal underworld through different protagonists, plus an unconnected English remake.
Quentin Tarantino
Influential American filmmaker known for nonlinear storytelling, stylized violence, pop culture references, and memorable dialogue across ten acclaimed directorial works.
The Joker
A collection of major live-action Joker portrayals across different Batman film universes.