Movies Like Subdue the Devil

If you liked Subdue the Devil (2022), a fantasy movie directed by Zhou Tianyu, 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
Journey to the West: Conquering the Demons (2013)
★ 7/10Also 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.
2
The Monkey King 2 (2016)
★ 5.9/10Also 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…
3
The Forbidden Kingdom (2008)
★ 6.7/10Also fantasy
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…
4
The White Haired Witch of Lunar Kingdom (2014)
★ 6.4/10Also fantasy
In the twilight of the Ming Dynasty, the Imperial court is plagued by corruption as tyrants rule the land. With the Manchurians preying on a weakened empire, war is imminent. To save the victims from suffering…
5
Ne Zha (2019)
★ 7.9/10Also fantasy
A young boy is born as the reincarnation of a demonic power, into a society that hates and fears him. Destined by prophecy to bring destruction to the world, Nezha must choose between good and evil to see if he can…
6
Detective Dee: The Four Heavenly Kings (2018)
★ 6.3/10Also fantasy
Dee, the detective serving Chinese empress Wu Zetian, is called upon to investigate a series of strange events in Loyang, including the appearance of mysterious warriors wearing Chiyou ghost masks, foxes that speak…
7
Ne Zha 2 (2025)
★ 8.2/10Also fantasy
After a catastrophic event leaves their bodies destroyed, Ne Zha and Ao Bing are granted a fragile second chance at life. As tensions rise between the dragon clans and celestial forces, the two must undergo a series of…
8
Young Detective Dee: Rise of the Sea Dragon (2013)
★ 6.3/10Also fantasy
Young Dee Renjie arrives in the empire's capital to join the Supreme Court as police judge of his region. He wants to become a prosecutor. Empress Wu, who is at the beginning of her reign, has commissioned the fierce…
9
Creation of the Gods II: Demon Force (2025)
★ 6.4/10Also fantasy
Taishi Wen Zhong led the army of Shang Dynasty including Deng Chanyu and four generals of the Mo Family to Xiqi. With the help of Kunlun immortals such as Jiang Ziya, Ji Fa led the army and civilians of Xiqi to defend…
10
Constantine: City of Demons - The Movie (2018)
★ 7.7/10Also fantasy
A decade after a tragic mistake, family man Chas Chandler and occult detective John Constantine set out to cure his daughter Trish from a mysterious supernatural coma.
11
Immortal Demon Slayer (2017)
★ 7.6/10Also fantasy
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…
12
Journey to the West: The Demons Strike Back (2017)
★ 6/10Also fantasy
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…
13
True Legend (2010)
★ 6.6/10Also fantasy
Su Qi-Er, a wealthy man living during the Qing Dynasty who loses his fortune and reputation as a result of a conspiracy against him. After being forced out onto the streets, Su dedicates his life to martial arts and…
14
The Legend of Hei 2 (2025)
★ 9/10Also fantasy
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…
15
The Mortal Instruments: City of Bones (2013)
★ 6.4/10Also fantasy
In New York City, Clary Fray, a seemingly ordinary teenager, learns that she is descended from a line of Shadowhunters — half-angel warriors who protect humanity from evil forces. After her mother disappears, Clary…
16
47 Ronin (2013)
★ 6.2/10Also fantasy
Kai—an outcast—joins Oishi, the leader of 47 outcast samurai. Together they seek vengeance upon the treacherous overlord who killed their master and banished their kind. To restore honour to their homeland, the…
17
The Storm Riders (1998)
★ 6.6/10Also fantasy
Heeding a prophecy, a warlord trains two orphans after killing their parents. But the skills he teaches could lead to his downfall.
18
Blade II (2002)
★ 6.6/10Also fantasy
Blade forms an uneasy alliance with the vampire council in order to combat the Reapers, who are feeding on vampires.
19
New Gods: Nezha Reborn (2021)
★ 8/10Also fantasy
While living as an ordinary deliveryman and motor racing fan, Nezha encounters old nemeses and must rediscover his powers to protect his loved ones.
20
Creation of the Gods I: Kingdom of Storms (2023)
★ 7.1/10Also fantasy
Based on the most well-known classical fantasy novel of China, Fengshenyanyi, the trilogy is a magnificent eastern high fantasy epic that recreates the prolonged mythical wars between humans, immortals and monsters…