Hong Kong Godfather (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1985, Hong Kong Godfather is an action and crime film directed by Johnny Wang Lung-Wei, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. After receiving a life imprisonment sentence for a NY Chinatown massacre, Jia Shi Lan, alias Hei Lan, obtains a pardon through the Mafia's influence. Returning to Hong Kong, Hei Lan attempts to use the stature and fortitude of Brother Han, an elder, but good-natured underworld boss, to gain power and spread the Mafia's influence throughout Southeast Asia. After a deadly double cross leaves many of Han's society dead, two former members, one a cop, the other a florist, and the sole remaining loyalist join forces to bring down the criminal empire of Hei Lan.
Who’s in it. Hong Kong Godfather stars Norman Tsui Siu-Keung as Fa Tsai-lung, Bryan Leung Kar-Yan as Mad Wei, Richard Cheung Kuen as Sergeant Lam and Shum Wai as Rotten Chi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Hong Kong Godfather has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hong Kong Godfather page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hong Kong Godfather tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hong Kong Godfather (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hong Kong Godfather change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hong Kong Godfather worth watching?
- Hong Kong Godfather holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Hong Kong Godfather?
- Hong Kong Godfather stars Norman Tsui Siu-Keung, Bryan Leung Kar-Yan, Richard Cheung Kuen, Shum Wai and Wong Chun.
- When was Hong Kong Godfather released?
- Hong Kong Godfather was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.