Kung Fu Hustle
Directed by Stephen Chow · 2004 ·
Is Kung Fu Hustle worth watching?
Yes. Kung Fu Hustle (2004) earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as 功夫 कुंग फू मास्टर Kung fu Kung Fu Sion Crazy Kung‐Fu Kung-Fusão カンフーハッスル 쿵푸 허슬
🏆 10 award wins · 1 nomination — Won Best Feature Film, Golden Horse Awards 2005
Columbia Pictures Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Netflix, Vidio in Indonesia. Check local listings for your region.
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home
Where to watch Kung Fu Hustle by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Indonesia | Netflix, Vidio |
| Japan | U-NEXT |
| Malaysia | Netflix |
| Philippines | Netflix |
| South Korea | Wavve |
| Thailand | Netflix |
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Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (89/100).
- Audiences widely enjoyed it (91%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (78/100).
- Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.1/5).
- Celluloid Score 82% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded comedy, action pick
- Short runtime — easy weeknight watch
Not ideal for
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Is Kung Fu Hustle worth watching?
Yes — Kung Fu Hustle earns an 82% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded comedy, action pick. Read our full review (4.5/5).
Celluloid verdict
Stephen Chow's cartoonish martial-arts comedy became a global cult hit with Looney Tunes velocity.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.
What is Kung Fu Hustle about?
A petty crook stumbles into a slum ruled by martial-arts legends and discovers he may be the kung fu savior the neighborhood needs.
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Critic Reviews
Kung Fu Hustle (2004) Review: Cartoon Physics, Real Kung Fu
★★★★½
Kung Fu Hustle is Stephen Chow's anarchic martial-arts comedy, a live-action cartoon set in a 1940s slum that doubles as a loving tribute to kung fu cinema.
Yes. It is one of the funniest and most inventive action comedies ever made, a joy for martial-arts fans and a perfect first Stephen Chow film for newcomers.
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Kung Fu Hustle: frequently asked questions
Is Kung Fu Hustle worth watching?
Yes. Kung Fu Hustle (2004) has a Celluloid Score of 82%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Kung Fu Hustle?
In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Netflix, Vidio in Indonesia; U-NEXT in Japan; Netflix in Malaysia; Netflix in the Philippines. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Kung Fu Hustle?
Kung Fu Hustle runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).
What is Kung Fu Hustle rated?
Kung Fu Hustle is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, MA 15+ in Australia and 15 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Kung Fu Hustle?
Kung Fu Hustle is directed by Stephen Chow and stars Stephen Chow, Yuen Qiu, Danny Chan, Yuen Wah, Lam Tze-Chung.
What is the Metascore for Kung Fu Hustle?
Metacritic's Metascore for Kung Fu Hustle is 78 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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