

Once Upon a Time in Shanghai
2014, Chinese. Directed by Wong Ching-Po.
The Legend that was never told.
A laborer moves to Shanghai in the hope of becoming rich. But ends up using his kung fu skills to survive. Remake of The Boxer From Shantung.
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Chinese
- Rated
- Check local
Start now and it ends at ….
Worth the Hype
Clear your evening for this.
7.1/10 from 163 TMDB viewer ratings.
Seen it? Give your verdict.
Saved privately on this device.
Where to watch Once Upon a Time in Shanghai
Once Upon a Time in Shanghai is streaming on fuboTV in India.
Stream
Availability in India as of 12 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 6 January 2014
- Original title
- 惡戰
- Country
- Hong Kong, China
- Written by
- Wong Jing
Check ratings elsewhere
News & fan talk
If you liked Once Upon a Time in Shanghai

Kung Fu Jungle
2014 · 6.8/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers

Mr. Six
2015 · 6.8/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers

The Four 3
2014 · 6.1/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers

Firestorm
2013 · 6.1/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers

How to Rob a Bank
2007 · 5.8/10
SnoozefestRecommended by TMDB viewers

The Big Shot
2019 · 6.2/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers

Martial Arts of Shaolin
1986 · 6.3/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers

Disciples of the 36th Chamber
1985 · 6.3/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers

Shaolin Wooden Men
1976 · 6.8/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers

Executioners from Shaolin
1977 · 6.7/10
Popcorn FlickRecommended by TMDB viewers
Once Upon a Time in Shanghai: quick answers
Is Once Upon a Time in Shanghai worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 163 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Once Upon a Time in Shanghai?
Once Upon a Time in Shanghai runs 95 minutes (1h 35m).
Does Once Upon a Time in Shanghai have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Once Upon a Time in Shanghai. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Once Upon a Time in Shanghai parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Once Upon a Time in Shanghai yet.
Which OTT platform is Once Upon a Time in Shanghai on?
Once Upon a Time in Shanghai is streaming on fuboTV in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Once Upon a Time in Shanghai?
If you liked Once Upon a Time in Shanghai, try Kung Fu Jungle, Mr. Six, The Four 3.
Who directed Once Upon a Time in Shanghai?
Once Upon a Time in Shanghai (2014) was directed by Wong Ching-Po and stars Philip Ng Wan-lung, Andy On Chi-kit, Sammo Hung Kam-bo.