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Drunken Master

1978·Movie
1h 51min·PG-13

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High energy, funny, light on feelings.

Energy

Epic and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Spectacle9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Cathartic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Catharsis7
  • Coming of Age7
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Plenty of slapstick and situational comedy

  • Physical Comedy10
  • Situational Comedy7
  • Absurdist Humor6

World

History and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability9
  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty8

Craft

Standout performances and direction

  • Acting9
  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Visual Stylization8
  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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You want something quiet and calm

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About

The Original Kung Fu Comedy!

After getting into trouble, a mischievous young man is sent to train under a brutal, but slovenly old beggar, who teaches him the secret of the Drunken Fist.
Classic Kung Fu ComedyMartial Arts SpectaclePhysical Comedy GoldJackie Chan ShowcaseDrunken Boxing StyleHigh-Energy ActionTraining MontageHumorous ActionFeel-Good Entertainment

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Questions about Drunken Master

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Drunken Master worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 75/100 (IMDb 7.4, Rotten Tomatoes 81%, and Metacritic 68). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Drunken Master rated?

PG-13Violence

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Drunken Master?

1 h 51 min

Drunken Master runs 1 h 51 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Drunken Master?

Critics75
Audiences77

Yes. Critics average 75 and audiences 77 out of 100, so both groups see Drunken Master much the same way.

What language is Drunken Master in?

cn

It was made in cn. Produced in Hong Kong SAR China.

In how many countries can I watch Drunken Master?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Drunken Master in 53 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Drunken Master use?

Obvious Stunt DoubleAss Kicks YouShameful StripHard HeadEveryone Has StandardsEveryone Has StandardsTrash TalkLarge HamAddiction-PoweredI Have No Son!Feel No PainVomit Indiscretion Shotand 82 more

TV Tropes lists 94 storytelling tropes for Drunken Master, including Obvious Stunt Double, Ass Kicks You, Shameful Strip.