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Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia

6.0200350mMovieDocumentary

A full journey from the beginning of "Swordplay" movies in Shanghai, growth in Hong Kong cinemas in the 60's and 70's and Ang Lee's epic "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" in 2000. The series also features interviews with such luminaries…

DirectorIan Taylor
WriterIan Taylor
ProducerSamanna Lui

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Cast · Directed by Ian Taylor

JWJohn Woo
John Woo
Self
GLGordon Liu
Gordon Liu
Self
CPCheng Pei-pei
Cheng Pei-pei
Self
MHMama Hung
Mama Hung
Self
KYKara Wai Ying-Hung
Kara Wai Ying-Hung
Self
CSChan Siu-Pang
Chan Siu-Pang
Self
DDDavid Chiang Da-Wei
David Chiang Da-Wei
Self
CYChor Yuen
Chor Yuen
Self
SHSammo Kam-Bo Hung
Sammo Kam-Bo Hung
Self
LKLau Kar-leung
Lau Kar-leung
Self
DH
Dr. Ng Ho
Self
JN
Jim Nicholson
Narrator

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Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia?

Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia is streaming on ARROW in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia on Netflix?

No, Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on ARROW.

Is Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on ARROW instead.

Where can I watch Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia for free?

Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia is available on ARROW in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia?

Yes — Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia is followed by Cinema Hong Kong: The Beauties of the Shaw Studio (2003) in the Cinema Hong Kong Collection.

Is there a prequel to Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia?

Yes — Cinema Hong Kong: Kung Fu (2003) comes before Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia in the Cinema Hong Kong Collection.

Is Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia part of a trilogy?

Yes — Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia is part of a trilogy, alongside Cinema Hong Kong: Kung Fu (2003) and Cinema Hong Kong: The Beauties of the Shaw Studio (2003).

How many movies are in the Cinema Hong Kong Collection?

There are 3 films in the Cinema Hong Kong Collection: Cinema Hong Kong: Kung Fu (2003), Cinema Hong Kong: Wu Xia (2003) and Cinema Hong Kong: The Beauties of the Shaw Studio (2003).