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Tai Chi Hero

2012·Movie·NR·100 min·6.1(112)

The Throwdown Continues

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.

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Where to watch Tai Chi Hero in United States

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Where is Tai Chi Hero streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, The Roku Channel, PlexAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, FlixFling
CanadaAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Tubi TV, PlexApple TV Store, FlixFling
AustraliaApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
GermanyAmazon Prime Video, Joyn Plus, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, ProSieben Fun Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD
JapanAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Video, Apple TV Store
South KoreaTVINGGoogle Play Movies

About Tai Chi Hero

Tai Chi Hero is a 2012 cn-language action and adventure film directed by Stephen Fung. The cast is led by Jayden Yuan, Yuan Wenkang, AngelaBaby. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 6.1/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, The Roku Channel.

Tai Chi Hero was produced by Huayi Brothers Pictures 浙江华谊兄弟影业 and Diversion Pictures and made in China. It was released on October 25, 2012, and carries a NR certification.

Director
Stephen Fung
Writers
Chen Kuofu, Zhang Jialu, Cheng Hsiao-Tse
Release date
October 25, 2012
Original language
cn
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
China
Budget
$40 million
Production
Huayi Brothers Pictures 浙江华谊兄弟影业, Diversion Pictures
#martial arts#tai chi

Tai Chi Hero cast & crew

Tai Chi Hero was directed by Stephen Fung and written by Chen Kuofu, Zhang Jialu, and Cheng Hsiao-Tse.

The cast features Jayden Yuan as Yang Lu Chan, Yuan Wenkang as Prince Dun, AngelaBaby as Chen Yu Niang, Shu Qi as Mother Yang, Stephen Fung as Nan, and Xiong Xinxin as Uncle Qin.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Katsunori Ishida, cinematography is by Du Jie, and it was produced by Wang Zhongjun and Wang Liqun.

Is Tai Chi Hero worth watching?

Tai Chi Hero holds an audience score of 6.1/10 from 112 ratings, a solidly received action films.

At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy action and adventure, Tai Chi Hero is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Tai Chi Hero

In United States, you can stream Tai Chi Hero on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, The Roku Channel, Plex, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and FlixFling. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of Tai Chi Hero

Jayden Yuan

Jayden Yuan

Yang Lu Chan

Yuan Wenkang

Yuan Wenkang

Prince Dun

AngelaBaby

AngelaBaby

Chen Yu Niang

Shu Qi

Shu Qi

Mother Yang

Stephen Fung

Stephen Fung

Nan

Xiong Xinxin

Xiong Xinxin

Uncle Qin

Shen Si

Shen Si

Brother Tofu

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Wei Ai-Xuan

Zhao Di

Eddie Peng Yu-Yan

Eddie Peng Yu-Yan

Fang Zi Jing

William Feng

William Feng

Chen Zai Yang

Dillon Wu Di

Dillon Wu Di

Chen You Zhi

Chen Sicheng

Chen Sicheng

Chen Geng Yun

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Tai Chi Hero — FAQs

Where can I watch Tai Chi Hero in United States?

Tai Chi Hero is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, The Roku Channel, Plex in United States.

Is Tai Chi Hero on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Tai Chi Hero is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Tai Chi Hero in?

Tai Chi Hero is originally in cn. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Tai Chi Hero?

Tai Chi Hero runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).

What is Tai Chi Hero rated?

Tai Chi Hero is rated NR. It holds a 6.1/10 audience score from 112 ratings.

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