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The Incredible Kung Fu Master (1979) Timeline Explained – Every Event in Order

Release, runtime and language
1979 · 89 mins · Cantonese
Directed by
Joe Cheung
Starring
Mars, Johnny Cheung Wa, Austin Wai Tin-Chi, Sammo Hung Kam-Bo, Lee Hoi-Sang, Leung Hung

Tung Wei, eager to master kung fu, studies both Hung Gar and Wing Chun under two teachers. When a jealous master sows discord between them, Tung must pick a side, but a greater threat emerges: the Tiger Master, who challenges both masters to mortal combat. Outmatched, Tung seeks the guidance of legendary trainer Sammo Hung to prepare for the showdown.

On this page (5)
  1. 1 Events in order (13)
  2. 2 Timeline questions answered
  3. 3 Movie threads
  4. 4 Movies like The Incredible Kung Fu Master
  5. 5 Every angle

13 events in order · contains spoilers

The Incredible Kung Fu Master Timeline: Events in Chronological Order

Every key event of The Incredible Kung Fu Master (1979) in order, scene by scene, with when and where it takes place. Use it to untangle flashbacks, time jumps and parallel storylines, to refresh your memory before the sequel or to find the exact scene you are thinking of.

  1. Defeat of Yeung Wai earns town praise

    Fei and Pang defeat the town bully Yeung Wai after he harassed a civilian. Their distinct kung fu styles shine as the townspeople cheer and praise them for protecting the innocent. The win marks the beginning of their rising reputation.

    Where
    town square
  2. Rivalry sparks and they split into rival schools

    A public debate on who is the superior fighter drives a wedge between the brothers. They grow bitter rivals and each establishes his own martial arts school to prove superiority. The once-brotherly bond is replaced by competition.

    Where
    town
  3. Chin Fung hires them to teach his sons

    Rich merchant Chin Fung hires Fei and Pang to train his two sons, Big Dog and Little Dog. The arrangement sets in motion a mentor-student dynamic that mirrors the brothers’ own separation. The two factions now have aligned interests, but at stake is more than pride.

    Where
    Chin Fung's estate
  4. Big Dog becomes Fei's disciple

    Big Dog is taken under Fei’s wing and begins training in Wing Chun techniques. The mentorship deepens the rift with Pang, who is also training Little Dog separately. Fei’s discipline shapes Big Dog’s style and loyalty.

    Where
    Fei's dojo
  5. Little Dog becomes Pang's disciple

    Little Dog starts training under Pang, absorbing the Five Animals style with a different philosophy. The two brothers’ influence on the boys reinforces the split between Fei and Pang. The brothers’ schools now have their own rising stars.

    Where
    Pang's dojo
  6. Sei Leng Chai begins crafting his own style

    Sei Leng Chai, a young fan of kung fu, begins to forge his own style. He befriends wandering winemaker Fei Chai, who becomes a mentor and warns him to study broadly. His ambitions push him toward learning from both Fei and Pang to gather a wide repertoire.

    Where
    Fei Chai's travels
  7. Fei Chai mentors Sei Leng to learn many styles

    Fei Chai advises Sei Leng Chai to learn every style of kung fu he can. Sei Leng Chai starts studying with Fei Chai, with Fei, and with Pang to expand his range. The training links Sei Leng Chai to both brothers, foreshadowing future conflicts.

    Where
    Mentorship sessions across various locations
  8. Yeung is Chin's senior and uses fake sons

    Yeung Wai is revealed to be Chin Fung's kung fu senior, and he has sent his fake sons to study under Fei and Pang. The deception aims to understand both styles in depth and manipulate the brothers. Chin’s plan to cripple Fei and Pang grows more dangerous.

    Where
    Chin Fung's estate
  9. Sei Leng Chai intervenes and reconciles the brothers

    During a confrontation triggered by the schemes, Sei Leng Chai steps in to help Fei and Pang when their feud risks tearing the town apart. The intervention leads to a long-awaited reconciliation between the two brothers. The unity strengthens their mutual resolve against the looming threat.

    Where
    their respective schools
  10. Sei Leng kills Chin Fung

    Sei Leng Chai turns against Chin Fung and kills him, ending Chin’s bid to cripple the brothers. The act marks a turning point in Sei Leng’s arc and removes one of the principal antagonists. The death shifts the balance of power in the story.

    Where
    Chin Fung's estate
  11. Yeung defeats and captures Sei Leng Chai

    Yeung Wai arrives to defeat Sei Leng Chai during the confrontation and captures him, aiming to end the challenge to Chin’s legacy. This act heightens the tension as the brothers watch powerless.

    Where
    Chin Fung's estate
  12. Fei Chai rescues Sei Leng Chai and defeats Yeung

    Fei Chai rushes in to rescue Sei Leng Chai and eliminates Yeung Wai in the process. The duel ends Yeung's threat and liberates Sei Leng Chai from capture. The rescue further cements Sei Leng Chai’s gratitude toward Fei Chai and the modern path of their collective learning.

    Where
    Chin Fung's estate
  13. Final reconciliation and aftermath

    With the threats removed and Chin and Yeung defeated, the two brothers ratify their reconciliation and pledge to work together again. Sei Leng Chai’s journey continues as he tempers his new skills with humility and respect for both masters. The community witnesses a restored balance of power among the martial arts factions.

    Where
    town

Last updated: February 18, 2026 at 23:46

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Timeline questions answered

The Incredible Kung Fu Master Timeline Explained: Your Questions Answered

When does it happen, and why in that order? The questions people ask about the chronology of The Incredible Kung Fu Master (1979): time jumps, flashbacks, cause and effect between scenes and the correct order of events, each answered with spoilers.

Q1

Why did the two brothers become rivals?

The brothers Fei and Pang became rivals after a public debate about who was the superior fighter. Their friendly competition to protect the town from bully Yeung Wai硬化 into pride and bitterness. They each opened their own martial arts school to prove they were better than the other, turning their sibling bond into a competitive feud.

Foreshadowing: Their early victory against Yeung Wai earned them public praise, which planted the seeds of pride that later divided them.

  • Lee Chun Fei
  • Lee Chun Pang
  • rivalry
  • martial arts schools
  • brothers
Q2

Who were Big Dog and Little Dog really?

Big Dog and Little Dog were not actually Chin Fung's sons. They were impostors sent by Yeung Wai, Chin Fung's kung fu senior, to spy on and learn the brothers' martial arts styles. The scheme was designed to gather intelligence so Chin Fung could crippling Fei and Pang for revenge.

Foreshadowing: Chin Fung's sudden interest in hiring both brothers to teach his sons seemed generous but was actually part of a deeper scheme.

  • Big Dog
  • Little Dog
  • impostors
  • Chin Fung
  • Yeung Wai
  • deception
Q3

What was Chin Fung's plan against the brothers?

Chin Fung hired Fei and Pang to teach his supposed sons so he could learn their kung fu styles inside out through the impostors. His ultimate goal was to cripple or destroy both masters as revenge, likely orchestrated by his kung fu senior Yeung Wai who had a grudge against the brothers.

Foreshadowing: The timing of Chin Fung's hiring coincided with Yeung Wai's earlier defeat, suggesting a calculated revenge plot.

  • Chin Fung
  • revenge
  • disable
  • kung fu styles
  • Yeung Wai
Q4

How did Sei Leng Chai become involved with Fei and Pang?

Sei Leng Chai was a young kung fu enthusiast who befriended the wandering master Fei Chai. Following Fei Chai's advice to learn as many styles as possible, Sei Leng studied with Fei Chai, then with Fei, and with Pang. This training connected him to both brothers and positioned him to intervene when their feud threatened the town.

Foreshadowing: Fei Chai advised Sei Leng to learn from every master, which naturally led him to train with both feuding brothers.

  • Sei Leng Chai
  • Fei Chai
  • training
  • mentorship
  • kung fu styles
Q5

Who killed Chin Fung?

Sei Leng Chai killed Chin Fung during the climactic confrontation. After discovering the truth about the scheme with the fake sons, Sei Leng turned against Chin Fung and defeated him, ending the merchant's attempt to cripple the brothers.

Foreshadowing: Sei Leng's broad training from both brothers gave him the skills needed to challenge Chin Fung.

  • Chin Fung
  • death
  • Sei Leng Chai
  • defeat
  • confrontation
Q6

Who defeated Yeung Wai?

Fei Chai defeated and killed Yeung Wai. After Yeung arrived at Chin Fung's estate, defeated Sei Leng Chai, and captured him, Fei Chai rushed in to rescue Sei Leng. In the duel, Fei Chai killed Yeung Wai, ending the threat posed by Chin Fung's kung fu senior.

Foreshadowing: Fei Chai's earlier mentorship of Sei Leng Chai set up his involvement in the final confrontation.

  • Yeung Wai
  • Fei Chai
  • defeat
  • death
  • rescue
  • Sammo Hung
Q7

What was Yeung Wai's connection to Chin Fung?

Yeung Wai was Chin Fung's kung fu senior, meaning he was a senior martial arts master in Chin Fung's lineage. This relationship explained why Yeung orchestrated the revenge plot against Fei and Pang - he was using his influence over Chin Fung to exact revenge for some past grievance, likely stemming from his earlier defeat by the brothers.

Foreshadowing: Yeung Wai's defeat at the hands of Fei and Pang established the original grudge that drove the entire conspiracy.

  • Yeung Wai
  • Chin Fung
  • kung fu senior
  • revenge
  • conspiracy
Q8

How did the brothers reconcile?

Sei Leng Chai intervened during a confrontation between the brothers when their feud threatened to tear the town apart. His help during the crisis prompted the brothers to put aside their rivalry and reconcile. With the external threats from Chin Fung and Yeung Wai removed, Fei and Pang restored their bond and pledged to work together again.

Foreshadowing: Sei Leng's training with both brothers gave him unique standing to mediate between them.

  • Fei
  • Pang
  • reconciliation
  • brothers
  • Sei Leng Chai
  • unity
Q9

What was Fei Chai's role in the story?

Fei Chai was a wandering winemaker and master of many kung fu techniques who became Sei Leng Chai's mentor. He encouraged Sei Leng to study broadly from multiple masters. During the climax, Fei Chai arrived to rescue Sei Leng after Yeung Wai captured him, ultimately defeating and killing Yeung Wai to end the threat against the brothers.

Foreshadowing: Fei Chai's advice for Sei Leng to learn every style foreshadowed his own superior fighting ability.

  • Fei Chai
  • Sammo Hung
  • mentor
  • rescue
  • winemaker
  • kung fu master
Q10

Why did Yeung Wai want to hurt the brothers?

Yeung Wai held a grudge against the brothers Fei and Pang because they had previously defeated him in combat when they protected a civilian from the town bully. This defeat embarrassed Yeung and likely damaged his reputation. As Chin Fung's kung fu senior, he manipulated his student into hiring the brothers under false pretenses so he could learn their styles and arrange their destruction.

Foreshadowing: Yeung Wai's defeat in the opening scene established the motivation for the entire revenge conspiracy.

  • Yeung Wai
  • grudge
  • defeat
  • revenge
  • reputation

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  • comedic
  • energetic
  • uplifting
  • playful
  • adventurous
  • stylish combat
  • Tone: light, comedic
  • Pacing: fast
Why these movies?

The story pattern: The narrative typically follows a protagonist or group as they train under often-eccentric masters. The focus is on overcoming personal and comedic challenges during the training process, leading up to a climactic but rarely grim confrontation where their new skills are tested.

Why they belong together: Movies in this thread share a commitment to maintaining a light tone despite martial arts action. They prioritize humor, playful rivalry, and the feel-good aspect of mastering a skill, resulting in an uplifting and energetic viewing experience.

Rivalries Resolved Through Shared Adversity like in The Incredible Kung Fu Master

Competitors must overcome their feud to face a greater threat together. Looking for more movies where rivals team up? If you liked the brotherly conflict and redemption arc in The Incredible Kung Fu Master, this thread finds similar stories of feuds healed by facing a greater challenge together.

  • rivalrous
  • redemptive
  • uplifting
  • adventurous
  • deception
  • friendship
  • Tone: uplifting, rivalrous
  • Pacing: fast
Why these movies?

The story pattern: The plot revolves around a central rivalry that drives much of the initial conflict. A deceptive third party or a major external threat arises, prompting the rivals to recognize their shared interests. The climax involves them combining their strengths to achieve a triumphant, unifying victory.

Why they belong together: These films are grouped by a specific character arc pattern: from conflict to cooperation. They deliver a satisfying emotional payoff through reconciliation, wrapped in an action-packed narrative that emphasizes unity and overcoming deception.

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