Shaolin
"In a land torn by strife, the righteous monks of Shaolin stand as a beacon of hope for the oppressed masses."
Originally released in 2011. Shaolin is a action/drama film. directed by Benny Chan Muk-Sing. With a runtime of 2h 11m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Andy Lau, Nicholas Tse Ting-Fung, and Fan Bingbing
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 20, 2011
15 years ago
Runtime
2h 11m
131 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (396 votes)
Budget
$29M
Production budget
Box Office
$33.7M
1.2x return
Language
Chinese
Original language
Country
China
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ZH
- Budget
- $29,000,000
- Revenue
- $33,662,874
Production Companies
- China Film Group Corporation
- JCE Movies
- Huayi Brothers Pictures
- Emperor Motion Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
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...
Who directed Shaolin?
Shaolin was directed by Benny Chan Muk-Sing.
How long is Shaolin?
Shaolin has a runtime of 2 hours and 11 minutes (131 minutes total).
When was Shaolin released?
Shaolin was released on January 20, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Shaolin?
The main cast of Shaolin includes Andy Lau, Nicholas Tse Ting-Fung, Fan Bingbing, Jackie Chan, Wu Jing.
Is Shaolin worth watching?
Shaolin has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 396 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.