The masters must navigate modern-day society—experiencing "fish-out-of-water" humor like ordering "free wi-fi" at fast-food restaurants—while training Fei to win a martial arts competition that will prove his worth to Bao'er.
Many critics found the humor "zany" or "bawdy," though some jokes—like the masters having to kiss for a free meal—received criticism for being embarrassing. Kung Fu League
Reviews for the film are largely mixed, often noting that while the premise is ambitious, the execution can be uneven: Kung Fu League: Martial Arts Takes a Comedic
Reviewers from Budomate Magazine suggested the film might be a "tonal miss" for those expecting serious martial arts, though it offers lighthearted entertainment for fans of Jeffrey Lau’s specific style. Kung Fu League: Martial Arts Takes a Comedic Punch Kung Fu League
The casting of established martial arts actors like Vincent Zhao and Andy On is frequently praised, as are some of the choreographed fight scenes. However, critics from Asian Film Strike and Geek Culture noted that the plot focusing on the comic book artist often slowed the film's momentum.
Unexpectedly, the four masters are summoned into the modern era: (played by Vincent Zhao) Huo Yuan Jia (played by Andy On) Ip Man (played by Dennis To) Chen Zhen (played by Chan Kwok Kwan)