Kung Fu Hustle 2 Is Finally Coming

The first action-comedy movie became an instant cult classic but here's why it took 15 years for Stephen Chow's Kung Fu Hustle 2 to finally happen.

Stephen Chow is coming back for another round with Kung Fu Hustle 2 and it kind of sounds like fans are at least interested enough to take note. If you’ll remember, the first film didn’t exactly gain notable acclaim but it did manage to gain an impressive following after it had been released as it began to get noticed by fans now and again. Its action is definitely over the top and makes even Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon seem more realistic at times, but it is entertaining and it did have the kind of charm that made it endearing to

The sequel Kung Fu Hustle 2 is finally official — here's why it took 15 years to happen. The original Kung Fu Hustle became an instant cult favorite when it came out in 2004, and many have been anxiously awaiting a follow-up. Stephen Chow is a legendary figure in Chinese cinema and started his career with roles in movies like John Woo's Just Heroes and taking over from Chow Yun-fat for God Of Gamblers II and III. He first moved into the directing seat for 1993's Flirting Scholar with Gong Li (Miami Vice), and regularly started to direct his own projects like 1996's The God Of Cookery.

Kung Fu Hustle 2 Is Coming

Originally, Chow revealed his hope to produce Kung Fu Hustle 2 back in 2005. Of course, as fans now know, things didn't pan out that way. Chow re-confirmed news of the project while promoting his 2019 movie The New King Of Comedy. However, he also said that Kung Fu Hustle 2 won't be a direct sequel. The Kung Fu-themed movie will instead be set in the modern-day and he will likely only cameo. While it's disappointing Chow wouldn't be the lead - especially after his long absence from acting - in the sequel, it's just good to know it's finally in development.