The Criminal Hunter (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film
Released in 1988, The Criminal Hunter is a notable film directed by Frankie Chan Fan-Kei, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Chu Yu (Eric Tsang) is a homicide detective who accidently stabs his girlfriend while wrestling with a murderer. The killer returns later and squeezes her wound until it ruptures, causing her death. But the wily Chu Yu photographs his girlfriend's corpse in a wedding dress, tricking the killer into believing she is not dead and causing him to return for a second try. When he does, Chu Yu is waiting, having rigged the corpse like a marionette and causing it to shoot its own murderer. Co-starring Danny Lee, as Officer Li Ta Hsiu, and Dick Wei in this decidedly offbeat attempt at gallows humor which works extremely well under the direction of action specialist Frankie Chan.
Who’s in it. The Criminal Hunter stars Danny Lee Sau-Yin as Officer Li Ta Hsiu, Eric Tsang, Nina Li Chi and Shing Fui-On, among others.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Criminal Hunter (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Criminal Hunter change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Criminal Hunter?
- The Criminal Hunter stars Danny Lee Sau-Yin, Eric Tsang, Nina Li Chi, Shing Fui-On and Dick Wei.
- When was The Criminal Hunter released?
- The Criminal Hunter was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.