All of a Sudden (1996): cast, story & where to watch

1996 · Film · ★ 5.6

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Released in 1996, All of a Sudden is a drama, crime and romance film directed by Herman Yau, running about 97 minutes. “Kidnapping can be a dangerous affair” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. An erotic mystery about widower seeks revenge to the man whose wife had an affair before her apparent suicide, however things soon turns complicated when the widower having a relationship with the man's wife and the whole truth would reveals.

Who’s in it. All of a Sudden stars Irene Wan as Ho-Yee, Simon Yam as Tsui Chin-Tung, Alfred Cheung Kin-Ting as Lam and Dayo Wong Chi-Wah as Detective Guy Mak, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, All of a Sudden 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 All of a Sudden page.

If you liked it. Fans of All of a Sudden tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch All of a Sudden (1996)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for All of a Sudden change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is All of a Sudden worth watching?
All of a Sudden holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in All of a Sudden?
All of a Sudden stars Irene Wan, Simon Yam, Alfred Cheung Kin-Ting, Dayo Wong Chi-Wah and Peter Ngo.
When was All of a Sudden released?
All of a Sudden was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.