The Secret (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1979, The Secret is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Ann Hui, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. A real murder case which was complicated by the ménage à trois relationship the victim had with the main suspects. As different witnesses narrated their conflicting stories, the case seemed set to lead to nowhere; especially when the real identity of the dead person was finally discovered.
Who’s in it. The Secret stars Sylvia Chang as Lin Jeng-ming, Angie Chiu as Li Yuen, Norman Chui Siu-Keung as Ah Saw and Lee Hye-sook as Mei Siu Gei, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Secret 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 The Secret page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Secret tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Secret (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Secret change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Secret worth watching?
- The Secret holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Secret?
- The Secret stars Sylvia Chang, Angie Chiu, Norman Chui Siu-Keung, Lee Hye-sook and Lai Cheuk-Cheuk.