Ip Man 2 (2010)

Kernel Score: 83% · 2,447 ratings · Rated R

Genres: Action, History, Drama

Released: 2010-04-29

Runtime: 108 minutes

Is Ip Man 2 worth watching?

Worth watching. Ip Man opens a kung fu school in Hong Kong and has to prove himself against rivals. Donnie Yen's fights are smooth and fast, and the story is straightforward. It's a strong martial-arts sequel with a clean, uncomplicated hero.

Watch it if you

  • like well-choreographed kung fu
  • enjoyed the first Ip Man
  • want a straightforward hero story

Skip it if you

  • haven't seen the first film and want context
  • dislike nationalistic, simple story beats

Best for: Action night in

Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.

Where to watch Ip Man 2

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

Having defeated the best fighters of the Imperial Japanese army in occupied Shanghai, Ip Man and his family settle in post-war Hong Kong. Struggling to make a living, Master Ip opens a kung fu school to bring his celebrated art of Wing Chun to the troubled youth of Hong Kong. His growing reputation soon brings challenges from powerful enemies, including pre-eminent Hung Gar master, Hung Quan.

Ip Man 2 parents' guide: ages 13+

Parents need to know that Ip Man 2 is an R-rated martial arts drama with intense fight sequences.

  • Violence & scariness: Strong — Extensive martial arts combat and fighting sequences, consistent with its R rating.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

Movies like Ip Man 2

If you liked Ip Man 2, these are the movies we'd watch next.

  • Ip Man (2008) — 88%: The first film, which sets up the hero and the fighting style.
  • Ip Man 3 (2015) — 78%: Third film, with more fights and family drama.
  • Ip Man 4: The Finale (2019) — 80%: The final film in the series, wrapping up Ip Man's story.
  • Police Story (1985) — 87%: Hong Kong action classic with inventive stunts and humor.
  • Drunken Master (1978) — 85%: Classic kung fu comedy with a young master in training.
  • Hero (2002) — 85%: Elegant martial-arts epic with dazzling, stylized fights.

Director

Wilson Yip

Cast

  • Donnie Yen as Ip Man
  • Sammo Hung Kam-Bo as Hung Chun-Nam
  • Huang Xiaoming as Wong Leung
  • Lynn Hung Doi-Lam as Cheung Wing-Sing
  • Kent Cheng Jak-Si as Fatso
  • Ngo Ka-Nin as Leung Kan
  • Simon Yam as Zhou Qing Quan
  • Calvin Cheng as Chow Kong-Yiu
  • Louis Fan Siu-Wong as Kam Shan-Chau
  • Dennis To Yu-Hang as Cheng Wai-Kei

Ip Man 2 FAQ

Is Ip Man 2 worth watching?

Worth watching. Ip Man opens a kung fu school in Hong Kong and has to prove himself against rivals. Donnie Yen's fights are smooth and fast, and the story is straightforward. It's a strong martial-arts sequel with a clean, uncomplicated hero.

Where can I watch Ip Man 2?

In the US you can stream Ip Man 2 on Prime Video, Hulu, Fubo, Peacock, FlixFling and Hi-YAH, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel and Fandango at Home and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is Ip Man 2 OK for kids?

Ip Man 2 is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that Ip Man 2 is an R-rated martial arts drama with intense fight sequences.

What movies are like Ip Man 2?

If you liked Ip Man 2, try Ip Man, Ip Man 3, Ip Man 4: The Finale and Police Story.