The Rat Catcher (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film
Released in 1974, The Rat Catcher is a comedy and crime film directed by Kuei Chih-Hung, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. This light-hearted action comedy hybrid-where crooks and cops work together to make a better Hong Kong - was hailed for its British humor and Italian style as well as its unique Chinese flavor. In fact, the Hong Kong Movie New named it "one of the most hilarious comedies among the Mandarin productions in recent years." Enjoy the fast-moving and funny tale of a pretty pickpocket tangling with jewel heists, wallet snatchings, and a drug trafficking ring.
Who’s in it. The Rat Catcher stars Tanny Tien-Ni as Anna Fang, Lau Luk-Wah as Lin Ziqing, Pang Pang as Cheng Ta-niu and Yang Chi-Ching as Mr. Fang, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Rat Catcher page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Rat Catcher tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Rat Catcher (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Rat Catcher change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Rat Catcher?
- The Rat Catcher stars Tanny Tien-Ni, Lau Luk-Wah, Pang Pang, Yang Chi-Ching and Ou-Yang Sha-Fei.
- When was The Rat Catcher released?
- The Rat Catcher was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.