Once Upon a Time in China
黃飛鴻
“Never was a Hero needed more...”
Synopsis
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?
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[Trailer] 黃飛鴻 ( Once Upon A Time In China ) - Restored VersionOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-06-12
Top Cast
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Jet Li
Wong Fei Hung
Yuen Biao
Leung Foon
Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau
Buck Teeth So
Rosamund Kwan Chi-Lam
13th Aunt
Kent Cheng Jak-Si
Porky Wing
Yuen Gam-Fai
Ling Wan Kai
Yen Shi-Kwan
Iron Robe Yim Chun Tung
Lau Shun
Naval Commander Lau
Wu Ma
Grand Uncle Chueng
Yau Gin-Gwok
Shaho Gang Leader
Yuen Cheung-Yan
Yim's Opponent
Karel Wong Chi-Yeung
Governor
Yuen Shun-Yi
Honorable Manchu Soldier
Xiong Xinxin
Shaho Gang Member
Jonathan Isgar
Mr. Jackson
Mark King
British General Wickens
Steve Tartalia
Tiger
Colin George
Jesuit Priest
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 15, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 5, 2007
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$3.8M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tsui Hark
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward Leung Yiu-Ming, Elsa Tang Bik-Yin, Tsui Hark, Yuen Kai-Chi
- Original Score
- Romeo Díaz, James Wong Jim
- Original Title
- 黃飛鴻
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese, English, French
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- Worldwide Gross
- $3.8M
- Production Studios
- Paragon Films, Orange Sky Golden Harvest
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tsui Hark
Edward Leung Yiu-Ming, Elsa Tang Bik-Yin, Tsui Hark, Yuen Kai-Chi
Romeo Díaz, James Wong Jim
Arthur Wong Ngok-Tai, Andy Lam Kwok-Wah, Wilson Chan Pui-Ka, David Chung, Bill Wong Chung-Piu
Marco Mak Chi-Sin
Tsui Hark, Raymond Chow
Department Leadership Roster
Arthur Wong Ngok-Tai
Director of Photography
Romeo Díaz
Original Music Composer
Tsui Hark
Director
Tsui Hark
Producer
Andy Lam Kwok-Wah
Director of Photography
Wilson Chan Pui-Ka
Director of Photography
David Chung
Director of Photography
Marco Mak Chi-Sin
Editor
Bill Wong Chung-Piu
Director of Photography
James Wong Jim
Original Music Composer
Edward Leung Yiu-Ming
Writer
Elsa Tang Bik-Yin
Writer
Tsui Hark
Writer
Yuen Kai-Chi
Writer
Raymond Chow
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Once Upon a Time in China
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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?
Who directed Once Upon a Time in China?
Once Upon a Time in China was directed by Tsui Hark.
Who stars in Once Upon a Time in China?
The principal cast of Once Upon a Time in China includes Jet Li, Yuen Biao, Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau, Rosamund Kwan Chi-Lam, Kent Cheng Jak-Si.
When was Once Upon a Time in China released and how long is it?
Once Upon a Time in China was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 2h 13m.
How much did Once Upon a Time in China make at the box office?
Once Upon a Time in China grossed $3.8M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Once Upon a Time in China?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Once Upon a Time in China was composed by Romeo Díaz, James Wong Jim.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Once Upon a Time in China?
Once Upon a Time in China holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); FR: TP; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).