Tai Chi Hero
2012, CN. Directed by Stephen Fung.
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Chinese steampunk martial arts blockbuster about the early years of Tai chi master Yang Luchan, the man who founded in the 19th century what has now become the most popular Tai Chi style in the world. The second instalment of the "Tai Chi" trilogy continues the journey of Yang Luchan, a gifted child with a fleshy growth on his forehead who helped save a village from a frightening army of steampunk soldiers bearing strange machines with the knowledge of Tai Chi that they entrusted him with.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- CN
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 118 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Tai Chi Hero
Tai Chi Hero is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 25 October 2012
- Original title
- 太極２ 英雄崛起
- Country
- China
- Written by
- Chen Kuofu, Zhang Jialu, Cheng Hsiao-Tse
- Budget
- $40M
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Tai Chi Hero: quick answers
What should I watch before Tai Chi Hero?
Watch Tai Chi Zero (2012) first.
Is Tai Chi Hero worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 118 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Tai Chi Hero?
Tai Chi Hero runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does Tai Chi Hero have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Tai Chi Hero. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Tai Chi Hero parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Tai Chi Hero is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Tai Chi Hero on?
Tai Chi Hero is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Tai Chi Hero?
If you liked Tai Chi Hero, try The Legend, The Legend II, Once Upon a Time in China IV.
Who directed Tai Chi Hero?
Tai Chi Hero (2012) was directed by Stephen Fung and stars Jayden Yuan, Yuan Wenkang, Angelababy.