What should I watch after Snake in the Eagle's Shadow?

Try Drunken Master, The Last Dragon, God of Gamblers' Return—each shares DNA with Snake in the Eagle's Shadow while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.

What genre is Snake in the Eagle's Shadow?

Snake in the Eagle's Shadow (1978) is best described as Action, Comedy. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.

Is Snake in the Eagle's Shadow worth revisiting?

Viewer scores sit around 7.3/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this action lane.

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Snake in the Eagle's Shadow (1978) stuck because it commits to its action premise without apologizing—viewers remember set pieces and momentum as much as plot. Yuen Woo-Ping's control of tone keeps the ride coherent. The action and comedy blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 38m · ★ 7.3

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1.Drunken Master (1978)
★ 7.4 · Action · Comedy · 1h 51m
Why you'll love it
If Snake in the Eagle's Shadow clicked for you, Drunken Master (1978) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and comedy, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.
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2.The Last Dragon (1985)
★ 6.5 · Action · Adventure · Music · 1h 48m
Why you'll love it
If Snake in the Eagle's Shadow clicked for you, The Last Dragon (1985) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and comedy, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.
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3.God of Gamblers' Return (1994)
★ 6.6 · Action · Comedy · 2h 4m
Why you'll love it
If Snake in the Eagle's Shadow clicked for you, God of Gamblers' Return (1994) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and comedy, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.
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4.The Big Brawl (1980)
★ 5.9 · Action · Comedy · 1h 35m
Why you'll love it
If Snake in the Eagle's Shadow clicked for you, The Big Brawl (1980) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and comedy, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.
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5.Dragon Lord (1982)
★ 6.4 · Action · Comedy · 1h 42m
Why you'll love it
If Snake in the Eagle's Shadow clicked for you, Dragon Lord (1982) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and comedy, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.
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6.King of Beggars (1992)
★ 6.9 · Action · Comedy · Drama · 1h 36m
Why you'll love it
If Snake in the Eagle's Shadow clicked for you, King of Beggars (1992) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and comedy, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.
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7.Forbidden City Cop (1996)
★ 7.0 · Action · Adventure · Comedy · 1h 29m
Why you'll love it
If Snake in the Eagle's Shadow clicked for you, Forbidden City Cop (1996) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and comedy, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.
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8.The Paper Tigers (2020)
★ 6.8 · Action · Comedy · 1h 48m
Why you'll love it
If Snake in the Eagle's Shadow clicked for you, The Paper Tigers (2020) is a strong next stop: both trade in action and comedy, with comic timing and sharper banter. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.
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9.Unleashed (2005)
★ 6.9 · Action · Crime · 1h 43m
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If Snake in the Eagle's Shadow clicked for you, Unleashed (2005) is a strong next stop: both trade in action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.
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10.Bloodsport (1988)
★ 7.0 · Action · Thriller · Drama · 1h 32m
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If Snake in the Eagle's Shadow clicked for you, Bloodsport (1988) is a strong next stop: both trade in action, with momentum and clean stakes. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.
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FAQ

What should I watch after Snake in the Eagle's Shadow?: Try Drunken Master, The Last Dragon, God of Gamblers' Return—each shares DNA with Snake in the Eagle's Shadow while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is Snake in the Eagle's Shadow?: Snake in the Eagle's Shadow (1978) is best described as Action, Comedy. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is Snake in the Eagle's Shadow worth revisiting?: Viewer scores sit around 7.3/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this action lane.

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1.Drunken Master (1978)

2.The Last Dragon (1985)

3.God of Gamblers' Return (1994)

4.The Big Brawl (1980)

5.Dragon Lord (1982)

6.King of Beggars (1992)

7.Forbidden City Cop (1996)

8.The Paper Tigers (2020)

9.Unleashed (2005)

10.Bloodsport (1988)

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