Shaolin Soccer (Chinese: ε°ζθΆ³η) is a 2001 Hong Kong sports comedy film directed by Stephen Chow, who also stars in the lead role. The film revolves around a former Shaolin monk who reunites his five brothers, years after their master's death, to apply their superhuman martial arts skills to play soccer and bring Shaolin kung fu to the masses. Received critical acclaim from critics, the film has grown as a cult film over the years. A spiritual successor, Kung Fu Soccer, was released in 2026.