Ip Man Movies: Release Order
The Ip Man cinematic universe encompasses multiple interpretations of the legendary Wing Chun master's life, anchored by Donnie Yen's acclaimed four-film series. This comprehensive watch order includes the main storyline, its direct spin-off Master Z, and several prestigious alternative portrayals that exist in separate continuities.
While the Donnie Yen films form a coherent narrative, other entries like Wong Kar-wai's art-house The Grandmaster and various prequels present different creative visions of the same historical figure. These films don't connect narratively but offer diverse perspectives on Ip Man's legacy, from intimate character studies to action-packed adventures.
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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.

The Legend Is Born: Ip Man
This biographical martial arts film chronicles the early life of Ip Man, the legendary Wing Chun master who would later become Bruce Lee's mentor. The story follows his initial training and rise to become a supreme master of the Wing Chun fighting style.

Ip Man: The Final Fight
Ip Man faces challenges from rival kung fu schools while becoming entangled with dangerous Triad gangs in this martial arts drama.

The Grandmaster
A biographical martial arts drama following the life of legendary Wing Chun master Ip Man, from his encounters with the Gong family in 1930s China through his struggles in Hong Kong after the war. The film explores themes of honor, tradition, and personal sacrifice through beautifully choreographed fight sequences and a complex relationship with Gong Er, a fellow martial artist.

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
Dirty Harry
San Francisco Inspector Harry Callahan's uncompromising approach to justice across five iconic cop thrillers.
Michael Mann
A collection of standalone crime thrillers and character studies from the acclaimed director known for his distinctive visual style and procedural authenticity.
Ninja
Cannon Films' cult classic ninja trilogy from the 1980s, featuring Sho Kosugi in standalone action adventures that helped define the era's martial arts B-movies.
No Retreat, No Surrender
A trilogy of standalone martial arts action films connected only by title and shared themes of underdog fighters facing overwhelming odds.
Pusher
A Danish crime trilogy exploring Copenhagen's criminal underworld through different protagonists, plus an unconnected English remake.
The Punisher
Three completely separate reboot films featuring Frank Castle's vigilante crusade, each with different actors, settings, and interpretations of the character.