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Bulletproof Monk

2003·Movie
1h 44min·PG-13
41
WeakGoodWatch score

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Spectacle7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Wonder5
  • Wholesome4

Humor

Some slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy7
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Faith and meaning

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability5
  • Novelty5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue6
  • Direction5
  • Acting5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

A power beyond measure requires a protector without equal.

A mysterious and immortal Tibetan kung fu master, who has spent the last 60 years traveling around the world protecting the ancient Scroll of the Ultimate, mentors a selfish street kid in the ancient intricacies of kung fu.
Action ComedyKung FuMartial ArtsBuddy MovieImmortalityEastern PhilosophySupernatural ElementsScroll of PowerSecret Knowledge

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Directed by:
Composed by:

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Bulletproof Monk

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Where can I stream Bulletproof Monk legally?

Bulletproof Monk is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Bulletproof Monk worth watching?

41
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 41/100 (IMDb 5.5, Rotten Tomatoes 22%, and Metacritic 40). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Bulletproof Monk rated?

PG-13Violence

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

How long is Bulletproof Monk?

1 h 44 min

Bulletproof Monk runs 1 h 44 min.

Is Bulletproof Monk based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a comic.

Do critics and audiences agree on Bulletproof Monk?

Critics31
Audiences50

Not quite. Audiences rate Bulletproof Monk higher (50) than critics (31). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Bulletproof Monk a box office hit?

Budget$52 million
Box office$38 million

No. It cost about $52 million to make and earned $38 million worldwide, 73% of its budget.

What language is Bulletproof Monk in?

EnglishTibetanPunjabiGerman

It was made in English, with some Tibetan, Punjabi, German. Produced in United States, Canada, Hong Kong SAR China.

In how many countries can I watch Bulletproof Monk?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Bulletproof Monk in 47 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Bulletproof Monk use?

Evil CrippleEvil BritSay My NameIs This a Joke?Taking You with MeNeck SnapLegacy of the ChosenCard-Carrying VillainInterchangeable Asian CulturesNo Name GivenAnti-HeroDeath Seekerand 59 more

TV Tropes lists 71 storytelling tropes for Bulletproof Monk, including Evil Cripple, Evil Brit, Say My Name.