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Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

Movie · Phase 4 · Sep 3, 2021 · 2h 12min

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In-universe 2024 · MCU Phase 4

Release order47 of 85Previous: What If...? season 1Next: Eternals
Story order49 of 85Previous: WandaVisionNext: The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Characters in this movie

Shaun / Shang-Chi Simu Liu
Xu Wenwu Tony Leung Chiu-wai
Katy Awkwafina
Trevor Slattery Ben Kingsley
Xialing Zhang Meng'er
Li Fala Chen
Ying Nan Michelle Yeoh
Master Guang Bo Yuen Wah
Wong Benedict Wong
Emil Blonsky / Abomination Tim Roth Cameo
Hulk Mark Ruffalo Cameo
Captain Marvel Brie Larson Cameo

Plot

When his father, Wenwu, the leader of the "Ten Rings" terrorist organization, sends assassins after him, Shang-Chi is forced to confront his tragic past. With his friend Katy, he travels to Macau to warn his sister Xialing, leading to a dramatic battle in an underground fight club. Captured, they learn Wenwu plans to invade the mythical village of Ta Lo - believing their mother is imprisoned there. Teaming up with Ta Lo's villagers, Shang-Chi battles Wenwu and the dark creatures he unleashes. With the help of a legendary dragon, Shang-Chi gains control over the Ten Rings, finally defeating the dark forces.

Does Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings have a post-credit scene?

Yes, 2: one mid-credits and one after the credits.

Spoilers: what happens in the 2 scenes Hide the spoilers

Scene 1, mid-credits
Wong introduces Shang-Chi and Katy to Bruce Banner and Carol Danvers. They discuss where the Ten Rings come from.
Scene 2, after the credits
Xialing becomes the new leader of the Ten Rings and starts training women alongside men.