Movies Like The Desert Dragon

If you liked The Desert Dragon (2021), a action and comedy movie directed by Wang Yanpeng, here are 20 movies with a similar feel, based on TMDB's recommendations. Each one links to its cast, trailer and where it's streaming.

1
Secret Society of Second-Born Royals (2020)
★ 6.6/10Also action and comedy
A rebellious teenage princess discovers she has superhuman abilities and joins a secret society of extraordinary second-born royals tasked with protecting the world.
2
Journey to the West: The Demons Strike Back (2017)
★ 6/10Also fantasy and action
Tang Monk brings three disciples on a journey to the West. On the outside, everything seems harmonious. However, tension is present beneath the surface, and their hearts and minds are not in agreement. After a series…
3
A Legend (2024)
★ 6.8/10Also action and fantasy
An archeologist noticed that the texture of the relics discovered during the excavation of a glacier closely resembled a jade pendant seen in one of his dreams. He and his team then embark on an expedition into the…
4
Nezha Conquers the Dragon King (1979)
★ 7.7/10Also fantasy and action
In Chentang Pass, Nezha, the magical son of General Li Jing, makes enemies with Ao Guang, the Dragon King of East Sea. When he is reported to heaven's court and his home is threatened, Nezha takes it upon himself to…
5
The Thousand Faces of Dunjia (2017)
★ 6.2/10Also action and fantasy
The world is on the brink of catastrophe in a chaotic age where evil demons roam. In order to keep evil at bay, a mysterious organisation from the pugilist world emerges. A new constable and a young girl with a…
6
Immortal Demon Slayer (2017)
★ 7.6/10Also fantasy and action
A giant rebelled against the heavens. It was declared a devil and defeated. The immortal heart evolved into Sun Wukong. The heavens found him, and ravaged his home. He enters the heavenly kingdom, disguised as a human…
7
Slumberland (2022)
★ 7.2/10Also comedy and fantasy
A young girl discovers a secret map to the dreamworld of Slumberland, and with the help of an eccentric outlaw, she traverses dreams and flees nightmares, with the hope that she will be able to see her late father again.
8
The Legend of Hei 2 (2025)
★ 9/10Also fantasy and action
When an attack shatters the fragile peace between the spirit world and humanity, Hei teams up with Luye, the last disciple of his Shifu Wuxian, to expose a conspiracy that threatens both realms - and the bond they've…
9
Dragon Blade (2015)
★ 6.4/10Also action and fantasy
Huo An, the commander of the Protection Squad of the Western Regions, was framed by evil forces and becomes enslaved. On the other hand, a Roman general escapes to China after rescuing the Prince. The heroic duo meet…
10
The Monkey King 2 (2016)
★ 5.9/10Also action and fantasy
Taking place 500 years after the Havoc in Heaven, the Tang Priest is appointed by Buddha to go to the West to fetch the sacred scriptures, only to accidentally free the Monkey King. With Lady White aiming to break up…
11
Mythica: A Quest for Heroes (2014)
★ 5.8/10Also action and fantasy
Stuck in a life of indentured servitude, Marek dreams of becoming a wizard. When she meets the beautiful priestess Teela in need of help, she offers her assistance and provides a motley troupe. Together they go in…
12
Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons (2013)
★ 7/10Also action and fantasy
In a world plagued by demons who cause great human suffering, young demon hunter Tang Sanzang must fight against monstrous demons, as well as contend with a beautiful demon hunting woman on his path to enlightenment.
13
The Willoughbys (2020)
★ 7.1/10Also comedy and fantasy
When the four Willoughby children are abandoned by their selfish parents, they must learn how to adapt their Old-Fashioned values to the contemporary world in order to create something new: The Modern Family.
14
Henry Danger: The Movie (2025)
★ 7.7/10Also action and comedy
Henry Hart meets a superfan—eager to fight crime with Kid Danger—who comes into possession of a device that can open up alternate realities. Facing a wild ride, Henry will need his best friend Jasper and his new…
15
Bionicle 2: Legends of Metru Nui (2004)
★ 5.9/10Also action and fantasy
In the time before time, six unlikely Matoran find themselves transformed into mighty Toa. The new Toa Metru must prove themselves as true heroes, find the missing Toa Lhikan, and uncover a plot that threatens the…
16
A Touch of Zen (1970)
★ 7.6/10Also action and fantasy
Yang Hui-zhen, a mysterious princess on the run from corrupt government officials, is joined in her endeavors by skilled Buddhist monks and an unambitious painter named Gu Sheng-zhai.
17
Wonder Woman 1984 (2020)
★ 6.3/10Also action and fantasy
A botched store robbery places Wonder Woman in a global battle against a powerful and mysterious ancient force that puts her powers in jeopardy.
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The Monkey King (2023)
★ 6.5/10Also fantasy and comedy
A stick-wielding monkey teams with a young girl on an epic quest for immortality, battling demons, dragons, gods — and his own ego — along the way.
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Kids from Shaolin (1984)
★ 6.2/10Also action and comedy
Romance blossoms between two rival families practicing Shaolin and Wudang kungfu respectively. despite familial opposition - until they overcome a gang of scheming bandits together.
20
Monster Hunt (2015)
★ 6.5/10Also comedy and fantasy
Young monster kids try to make peace between the world of humans and the world of the monsters.