Shaolin Popey (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1994, Shaolin Popey is an action and comedy film directed by Chu Yen-ping, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. A high school loser dreams of winning the heart of the principal's daughter, but his chances are slim as long as her bruiser boyfriend's around. Fortunately, a chance meeting with a pair of Shaolin-trained kids (previously seen in DRAGON FROM SHAOLIN) gives him the fighting skills needed to come out on top. An unusual but entertaining blending of teen romantic comedy and martial arts slapstick
Who’s in it. Shaolin Popey stars Ashton Chen as Jet Li, Hao Shaowen as Pi Shao-An, Jimmy Lin as Pi Shao-Ting and Vivian Hsu as Annie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Shaolin Popey has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shaolin Popey page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shaolin Popey tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shaolin Popey (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shaolin Popey change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Shaolin Popey worth watching?
- Shaolin Popey holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Shaolin Popey?
- Shaolin Popey stars Ashton Chen, Hao Shaowen, Jimmy Lin, Vivian Hsu and Hilary Tsui.
- When was Shaolin Popey released?
- Shaolin Popey was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.