It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1987, It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World is a comedy, fantasy and family film directed by Clifton Ko Chi-Sum, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. Bill, a TV news reporter, tries to make ends meet to support himself, his wife and three daughters in urban Hong Kong. In the mist of the misadventures of Bill and his family, their luck and lives ultimately change when Bill's wife suddenly wins the lottery.
Who’s in it. It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World stars Bill Tung Biu as Uncle Bill, Lydia Shum Tin-Ha as Aunty Lydia, Eric Tsang Chi-Wai as Smiley Joe and Charine Chan Ka-Ling as Jody's Teacher, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World 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 It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World page.
If you liked it. Fans of It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World worth watching?
- It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World?
- It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World stars Bill Tung Biu, Lydia Shum Tin-Ha, Eric Tsang Chi-Wai, Charine Chan Ka-Ling and David Chiang Da-Wei.
- When was It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World released?
- It's a Mad, Mad, Mad World was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.