Once Upon a Time in China II (1992)
Kernel Score: 80% · 280 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Action, Comedy
Released: 1992-04-16
Runtime: 113 minutes
Where to watch Once Upon a Time in China II
- Stream: The Criterion Channel, HBO Max
- Rent: Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Wong Fei-Hung faces the White Lotus Society, a fanatical cult seeking to drive the Europeans out of China through violence, even attacking Chinese who follow Western ways. Wong must also defend revolutionary Dr. Sun Yat Sen from the military.
Once Upon a Time in China II parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Once Upon a Time in China II is an R-rated martial arts film centered on violent conflict between a folk hero and a fanatical cult targeting Westernized Chinese.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — The R rating and martial-arts/kung fu genre reflect frequent fight sequences and violent conflict between factions.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Jet Li as Wong Fei Hung
- Rosamund Kwan Chi-Lam as 13th Aunt
- Max Mok Siu-Chung as Leung Foon
- Donnie Yen as Commander Lan
- David Chiang Da-Wei as Luke Ho-Dung
- Xiong Xinxin as Priest Gao Kung
- Yen Shi-Kwan as Governor Chung
- Leung Yat-Ho as Commander Lan's Assistant
- Paul Fonoroff as British Consul
- Michael Miller as Dr. Thompson
Once Upon a Time in China II FAQ
Is Once Upon a Time in China II good?
Once Upon a Time in China II has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 280 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Once Upon a Time in China II?
In the US you can stream Once Upon a Time in China II on The Criterion Channel and HBO Max and rent it from Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is Once Upon a Time in China II OK for kids?
Once Upon a Time in China II is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Once Upon a Time in China II is an R-rated martial arts film centered on violent conflict between a folk hero and a fanatical cult targeting Westernized Chinese.
What movies are like Once Upon a Time in China II?
If you liked Once Upon a Time in China II, try Drunken Master, The Legend of Drunken Master, The Young Master and Snake in the Eagle's Shadow.