Do you remember your childhood days when you played with your friends and siblings and pretended to be a kung-fu master? Yes, those were the golden days. A special time when we would enact karate-like fights with one another.
Sometimes in fights, we tend to follow karate steps that are seen in the best martial arts movies. These films combine unique stories with memorable, top-notch fights.
Keep reading to discover some highly recommended martial arts movies!
Fist of Fury
If we talk about some best martial art movies and don't include any with Bruce Lee, then this list would be incomplete. Fist of Fury is a blockbuster film that centers on Chen Zhen, played by Lee, who wants to take revenge on the death of his Master. This plot has been frequently used in other kung-fu films as well. Lee's second film was successful both in Hollywood and Hong Kong.
Once Upon A Time In China
Once Upon a Time in China introduced Jet Li to the world and made him the bonafide celebrity of kung-fu films in China. It includes awesome fight scenes and an astonishing story that glues you to your seat. The film tells the true story of celebrated martial art master Fei-hung.
36th Chamber Of Shaolin
Kar-Leung's most notable work is largely considered the top martial arts film. Although there are hour-long training sequences, it is never dull and offers a lot of valuable facts about the combat sport.
Enter The Dragon
Enjoy Bruce Lee's ripped body and gleaming eyes as he claims glory against the immoralists. The captivating film broke records at the box office during its 1973 release and gained unparalleled popularity all over the world.
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Ong-Bak
Ong-Bak is a unique project from Tony Jaa, and one of the best modern martial art movies. It includes some insane adventures and action sequences, complete with the sound of bones cracking.
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Bloodsport
Bloodsport is a top American martial art movie. It received massive acceptance from its audience in 1988 and has superb fight scenes. It was so popular that it spawned three more sequels.
Drunken Master
Jackie Chan stars in Drunken Master, a unique blend of action and comedy. Most martial arts movies do not incorporate humor. Chan created a new genre where audiences could enjoy compelling kung-fu fights alongside jokes.
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The Karate Kid
The Karate Kid is another American martial art film from 1984 (there is also a 2010 remake starring Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan) Ralph Macchio plays a young teen bullied at school who meets a Japanese older man (Pat Morita) who teaches him karate. This movie is full of humor, energy, and amusing fight scenes.
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No Retreat No Surrender
An American martial art movie released back in 1986, No Retreat No Surrender is loaded with high-octane, violent actions. Corey Yuen directs Jean-Claude Van Damme and Kurt McKinney as Jason Stillwell, a fan of Bruce Lee who gets trained by his ghost to save Seattle from danger.
Kickboxer
Last on our list is Kickboxer from 1989 which features seven other sequels. The most recent film from 2016 failed to make a great impression, but the first couple in the series are very commendable and enjoyable.
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If you have a great passion for martial arts or practicing student, then you should put these on your must-see list!
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