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Ip Man

2008·Movie
1h 46min·R
IMDb8.0Metacritic598.2Rotten Tomatoes86%93%

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Ip Man fingerprint

High energy, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Fast Pace8
  • Spectacle8

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos6
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

History, sports, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout direction and performances

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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Graphic violence bothers youYou want something quiet and calm

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About

The celebrated Kung Fu master of Bruce Lee.

A semi-biographical account of Yip Man, the first martial arts master to teach the Chinese martial art of Wing Chun. The film focuses on events surrounding Ip that took place in the city of Foshan between the 1930s to 1940s during the Second Sino-Japanese War. Directed by Wilson Yip, the film stars Donnie Yen in the lead role, and features fight choreography by Sammo Hung.
Wing Chun Martial ArtsHistorical BiopicSino-Japanese WarFoshan, ChinaDonnie YenAction & DramaChinese NationalismRedemptionSammo Hung Choreography

Crew

Directed by:
Sammo Hung, Wilson Yip
Written by:
Edmond Wong, Chan Tai-Lee
Produced by:
Raymond Wong, Raymond Wong, Eddie Wong Chi-Pan
Composed by:
Kenji Kawai, Kinson Tsang King-Cheung, Xiaozhu Long

Sequels and Prequels

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Poster for Ip Man

Media

Questions about Ip Man

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Ip Man legally?

NetflixHulufuboTVPeacockThe RokuKanopyFandango at Home FreePluto TV

Ip Man is included with a subscription to Netflix, Hulu, fuboTV, and Peacock in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free, and Pluto TV. 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 Ip Man worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 78/100 (IMDb 8, Rotten Tomatoes 86%, and Metacritic 59). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Ip Man rated?

RViolence

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Ip Man?

1 h 46 min

Ip Man runs 1 h 46 min.

Is Ip Man based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Ip Man?

Critics73
Audiences85

Not quite. Audiences rate Ip Man higher (85) than critics (73). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Ip Man a box office hit?

Budget$12 million
Box office$22 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $12 million to make and earned $22 million worldwide, 1.9 times its budget.

What language is Ip Man in?

cnChineseJapanese

It was made in cn, with some Chinese, Japanese. Produced in China, Hong Kong SAR China.

In how many countries can I watch Ip Man?

33ARATAUBECACHCLCODEEGFRGBHKID+19

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Ip Man in 33 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Ip Man use?

Improvised WeaponConservation of NinjutsuVery Loosely Based on a True StoryRoaring Rampage of RevengeHot-BloodedMook Horror ShowLes CollaborateursArtistic License – Martial ArtsOh, Crap!Smug SnakeEstablishing Character MomentGang of Hatsand 46 more

TV Tropes lists 58 storytelling tropes for Ip Man, including Improvised Weapon, Conservation of Ninjutsu, Very Loosely Based on a True Story.