The First Time is the Last Time (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1989, The First Time is the Last Time is a thriller, drama and romance film directed by Raymond Leung, running about 92 minutes.
What it’s about. A very dark, realistic women-in-prison film from Angel director, Raymond Leung. Carrie Ng plays Winnie, a young woman who is jailed after avenging her boyfriend's death at the hands of some ruthless gangsters. Once in prison, Winnie befriends another inmate who, secretly because of the underworld massacre, wants her dead.
Who’s in it. The First Time is the Last Time stars Carrie Ng as Crazy Bitch Winnie, Meg Lam Kin-Ming as Inmate 5354, Season Ma as 7144 / Ma Yuk Fung and Andy Lau as Yung, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The First Time is the Last Time has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The First Time is the Last Time page.
If you liked it. Fans of The First Time is the Last Time tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The First Time is the Last Time (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The First Time is the Last Time change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The First Time is the Last Time worth watching?
- The First Time is the Last Time holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The First Time is the Last Time?
- The First Time is the Last Time stars Carrie Ng, Meg Lam Kin-Ming, Season Ma, Andy Lau and Ngai Suet.
- When was The First Time is the Last Time released?
- The First Time is the Last Time was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.