My Name Is Fame (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2006, My Name Is Fame is a comedy film directed by Lawrence Ah Mon, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Fai, a talented actor who has won the Best New Artist of the Hong Kong Film Awards and always plays leading roles in television, is an arrogant guy who does not cherish the opportunities given to him. As he keeps on criticizing his co-workers, his career and popularity gradually deteriorates. He is not offered leading roles anymore and has to take the parts of villains and rapists. Finally, he has even lost his job at the TV station. Fai becomes extremely depressed, but a twist of fate makes him become an agent for extras. As Fai gives pointers to a young girl named Fei, who truly loves acting, he regains his own enthusiasm towards acting and life.
Who’s in it. My Name Is Fame stars Lau Ching-Wan as Fai, Huo Siyan as Fei, Ekin Cheng Yee-Kin as Himself and Fruit Chan as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, My Name Is Fame 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 My Name Is Fame page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Name Is Fame tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Name Is Fame (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for My Name Is Fame change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is My Name Is Fame worth watching?
- My Name Is Fame holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Name Is Fame?
- My Name Is Fame stars Lau Ching-Wan, Huo Siyan, Ekin Cheng Yee-Kin, Fruit Chan and Gordon Chan.
- When was My Name Is Fame released?
- My Name Is Fame was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.