Sleeping Fist

1979·Movie
1h 24min·NR
IMDb6.1

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Brutally violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Nostalgia5
  • Pathos4

Humor

Plenty of slapstick

  • Physical Comedy8
  • Situational Comedy4
  • Absurdist Humor4

World

Sports, history, and crime

  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition5

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

A plainclothes policeman, Chin Tai Ba, is seriously wounded in a fight with some ruffians but is helped to safety by a young wiseguy, Cub. Here he is taught the art of Sleeping Fist by Cub's master Chung Yiu, and the trio march to the Shang Wei martial arts school to take revenge on the thugs. However, in a last desperate attempt to get even, the gang call on Eagle Claw master Kao to sort out the snoozers.
Kung Fu ComedyMartial Arts ActionRevenge StoryWacky HumorHistorical SettingEccentric CharactersFast-PacedHong Kong Cinema

Crew

Directed by:
Teddy Yip Wing-Cho, Huang Ha, Chik Ngai-Hung
Written by:
Chang Hsin-Yi
Produced by:
Stanley Chow Fook-Leung
Composed by:
Stanley Chow Fook-Leung

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Sleeping Fist

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Where can I stream Sleeping Fist legally?

PrimePlexAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsTubi TV

Sleeping Fist is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Sleeping Fist worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Sleeping Fist rated?

NRViolence

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

How long is Sleeping Fist?

1 h 24 min

Sleeping Fist runs 1 h 24 min.

What language is Sleeping Fist in?

Chinesecn

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

In how many countries can I watch Sleeping Fist?

131ADAGALAOARATAUAZBABBBEBFBGBM+117

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Sleeping Fist in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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