Shaolin Soccer: A Cult Classic That Fuses Martial Arts and Sports Released in 2001, Shaolin Soccer is a unique blend of martial arts, sports, and comedy that became an instant cult classic. Directed by and starring Hong Kong actor Stephen Chow, the film tells the story of a former Shaolin monk who reunites his brothers to form an unbeatable soccer team using their incredible martial arts skills. Their goal is to use their ancient Shaolin techniques to win a national soccer tournament, but along