The Forbidden Kingdom
An American teenager who is obsessed with Hong Kong cinema and kung-fu classics makes an extraordinary discovery in a Chinatown pawnshop: the legendary stick weapon of the Chinese sage and warrior, the Monkey King. With the lost relic in hand, the teenager unexpectedly finds himself travelling back to ancient China to join a crew of warriors from martial arts lore on a dangerous quest to free the imprisoned Monkey King.
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Streaming now in the United States on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, The CW, and Kanopy.
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Frequently asked questions about The Forbidden Kingdom
Where can I watch The Forbidden Kingdom in the United States?
The Forbidden Kingdom is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, The CW, and Kanopy in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Forbidden Kingdom on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. The Forbidden Kingdom is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside fuboTV, Philo, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel, The CW, and Kanopy.
Can I watch The Forbidden Kingdom for free?
The Forbidden Kingdom streams free with ads in the United States on The CW, Kanopy, Hoopla, and Fawesome. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Forbidden Kingdom?
The Forbidden Kingdom scores 6.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Forbidden Kingdom?
The Forbidden Kingdom stars Jackie Chan, Jet Li, Michael Angarano, Liu Yifei, and Li Bingbing. Rob Minkoff is the director.
How long is The Forbidden Kingdom?
The Forbidden Kingdom runs 1h 44m (104 minutes).
When did The Forbidden Kingdom come out?
The Forbidden Kingdom was released on April 17, 2008.
Which studio made The Forbidden Kingdom?
The Forbidden Kingdom was produced by Casey Silver Productions, China Film Co-Production, and Relativity Media in China, Hong Kong, and the United States.
What was the budget for The Forbidden Kingdom?
The Forbidden Kingdom was made on a budget of $55,000,000.
How much did The Forbidden Kingdom make at the box office?
The Forbidden Kingdom grossed $127,906,624 worldwide, against a budget of $55,000,000.
What languages is The Forbidden Kingdom in?
The Forbidden Kingdom is in English, Mandarin, and French, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.