Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000)
Kernel Score: 85% · 3,493 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Adventure, Drama, Action, Romance
Released: 2000-07-06
Runtime: 120 minutes
Is Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon worth watching?
Must-watch. Two warriors chase a stolen sword and a talented young fighter. The wire-fu fights are graceful and the love story gives them real weight. Subtitled, but worth it for the sheer beauty.
Watch it if you
- like beautiful martial-arts films
- enjoy romance mixed with action
- don't mind subtitles
Skip it if you
- avoid subtitled films
- want constant fighting
Best for: Date night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon
- Stream: Prime Video
- Free with ads: YouTube Free
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Two warriors in pursuit of a stolen sword and a notorious fugitive are led to an impetuous, physically-skilled, teenage nobleman's daughter, who is at a crossroads in her life.
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is a PG-13 martial arts epic with frequent sword fighting and combat.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Frequent sword fights, fistfights, and martial arts combat drive the story, rated PG-13.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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- Fearless (2006) — 86%: Martial-arts drama with a strong emotional core.
- The Twilight Samurai (2002) — 86%: Quiet, moving samurai drama.
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- Kill Bill: Vol. 1 (2003) — 88%: Stylish revenge story with striking fight scenes.
Director
Cast
- Chow Yun-Fat as Li Mu Bai
- Michelle Yeoh as Yu Shu Lien
- Zhang Ziyi as Jen
- Chang Chen as Lo
- Lung Sihung as Sir Te
- Cheng Pei-Pei as Jade Fox
- Li Fazeng as Governor Yu
- Gao Xian as Bo
- Hai Yan as Madame Yu
- Wang Deming as Tsai
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon FAQ
Is Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon worth watching?
Must-watch. Two warriors chase a stolen sword and a talented young fighter. The wire-fu fights are graceful and the love story gives them real weight. Subtitled, but worth it for the sheer beauty.
Where can I watch Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon?
In the US you can stream Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon on Prime Video, watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon OK for kids?
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is a PG-13 martial arts epic with frequent sword fighting and combat.
What movies are like Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon?
If you liked Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, try Hero, House of Flying Daggers, Fearless and The Twilight Samurai.