Horseplay (2014): cast, story & where to watch

2014 · Film · ★ 4.3

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Released in 2014, Horseplay is a comedy and crime film directed by Lee Chi-Ngai, running about 96 minutes.

What it’s about. Desperate for a real news story, entertainment journalist Mui goes to London to cover an antique auction in order to trace the path of Nine-Tailed Fox, a famous art thief who has eluded capture for decades. Playful, but clever, the Fox decides to use Mui as his partner for his latest heist, a set of pottery horse from the Tang Dynasty. What the Fox doesn't know is that Mui is secretly working with Cheung Ho, a Hong Kong cop that has been obsessed with catching the Fox since letting him escape years ago. The result is a twist-filled pursuit that takes the trio from London to Prague.

Who’s in it. Horseplay stars Tony Leung Ka-fai as Lee Tan, Kelly Chen as Ha Mui, Ekin Cheng Yee-Kin as Cheung Ho and Wong Cho-lam as Tung Yin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Horseplay has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Horseplay page.

If you liked it. Fans of Horseplay tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Horseplay (2014)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Horseplay change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Horseplay worth watching?
Horseplay holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Horseplay?
Horseplay stars Tony Leung Ka-fai, Kelly Chen, Ekin Cheng Yee-Kin, Wong Cho-lam and Eric Tsang.
When was Horseplay released?
Horseplay was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.