The Young Master

Young kung fu master Lung is in search of his missing brother when a case of mistaken identity lands him in the crosshairs of the law and a gang of mercenaries. On the run, he must clear his name not by hiding but by following clues that point toward a wider conspiracy. With his skills in disguise and lightning fast moves, Lung dodges patrols, outwits suspicious officers, and teams up with unlikely allies as he inches toward the truth. The tension escalates as rival mercenaries close in, forcing him to rely on clever tricks, brutal punches, and a stubborn sense of justice to prove he is not the man the world believes him to be. The chase keeps heating up.

Released in 1980, The Young Master is directed by Jackie Chan with a screenplay credited to Tung Lo, Edward Tang, and Lau Tin-Chi. The film showcases Chan's blend of martial arts bravura and comic timing that defined his early work.

The Young Master helped cement Chan's approach to action comedy balancing fast fight sequences with slapstick and timing. It teams Chan with Yuen Biao as Number Four, delivering daring set pieces and clever disguises that influenced later Hong Kong action films and the arc of star vehicles.

Critics praised its energy and comic timing though some noted a hurried plot. The story highlights loyalty and resilience as Lung stands against corrupt authority and mercenaries. Humor lightens the violence while keeping the focus on a principled fighter trying to clear his name. A lasting showcase for action cinema.