Ong-Bak, also known as Ong-Bak: The Thai Warrior, is a 2003 Thai martial arts film directed by Prachya Pinkaew and featuring action choreography by Panna Rittikrai. It stars Tony Jaa in the lead role, alongside Petchtai Wongkamlao and Pumwaree Yodkamol. The plot follows Ting (Jaa), a Buddhist monk trainee and Muay Thai specialist from the village of Ban Nong Pradu, who volunteers to travel to Bangkok to recover the stolen head of a Buddha statue.
Contender: Ong-Bak: Muay Thai Warrior (2003)
Contender: Ong-Bak (2003)
Ranked #2 on "Top 10 Thai Films of All Time". Cast your vote to back or challenge this spot.
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