The Big Holdup (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1975, The Big Holdup is an action, drama and crime film directed by Chor Yuen, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. A group of down-on-their-luck robbers pull off a spectacular job - only to find themselves hunted by cops and possible betrayers! Chan Koon Tai leads the diverse pack of criminals, which also includes such Shaw Brothers luminaries as Ngok Wah, Chung Wong, Ling Yun, and a young Danny Lee in one of his first featured roles. The group pulls off the robbery in action-packed fashion, but betrayal and the relentless police end up marking the five robbers for death.
Who’s in it. The Big Holdup stars Danny Lee Sau-Yin as Chen Jiuzai, Chen Kuan-Tai as Ma Rulong, Elliot Ngok as Li Guochao and Wang Chung as Li Guocheng, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Big Holdup 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 Big Holdup page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Holdup tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Holdup (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Holdup change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Big Holdup worth watching?
- The Big Holdup holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Holdup?
- The Big Holdup stars Danny Lee Sau-Yin, Chen Kuan-Tai, Elliot Ngok, Wang Chung and Ling Yun.
- When was The Big Holdup released?
- The Big Holdup was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.