Once Upon a Time in China Movies: Jet Li Films
This watch order includes all films starring Jet Li as Wong Fei-hung, spanning the original trilogy plus his return in the final entry. These four films maintain consistent character portrayal and showcase Jet Li's iconic performance throughout the series.
By focusing on the Jet Li films, this watch list avoids the recasting period while including the America-set finale that brings Wong Fei-hung's story full circle.
There are 2 other watch orders available – see the links up above.
Once Upon a Time in China
Set in late 19th century Canton, this martial arts epic follows the legendary hero Wong Fei-Hung as he takes a stand against foreign forces threatening China.
Once Upon a Time in China II
Wong Fei-Hung confronts the violent White Lotus Society, a fanatical cult determined to expel Europeans from China, while protecting revolutionary Dr. Sun Yat Sen from military forces.
Once Upon a Time in China III
Master Wong and his disciples enter a traditional lion dance competition while uncovering a dangerous assassination plot and facing off against a cunning rival.
Once Upon a Time in China and America
Master Wong's student So travels to America to open a martial arts school during a time of intense anti-Chinese sentiment among railroad workers. When So encounters trouble with hostile Americans and local criminals, he calls upon Master Wong for assistance.
Other Film Series
American Ninja
A cult martial arts action series from Cannon Films following American soldiers skilled in ninjutsu as they battle various criminal ninja organizations.
Camilla Belle
American actress known for horror remakes, big-budget epics, and independent dramas spanning over two decades.
Deathstalker
A cult sword-and-sorcery film series from the 1980s, known for its campy B-movie charm and anthology-style storytelling with different actors portraying the titular barbarian warrior.
Men in Black
A sci-fi comedy franchise about secret agents who monitor alien activity on Earth.
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.
Zoe Saldaña
Accomplished actress who became a sci-fi franchise icon through starring roles in Avatar, Star Trek, and Guardians of the Galaxy while maintaining a diverse career across multiple genres.