The Surgeon (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film
Released in 1984, The Surgeon is a drama film directed by Wong Wa-Kei, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. Wong Yan Tung, a doctor with a fear of fire and recurring nightmares of being cremated alive, is dedicated to fighting his colleagues' ignorance about the nature of clinical death. Prostitute Kam Kuk, Wong's childhood friend, attempts suicide several times and they inevitably reconnect during her short hospital stays, while Wong's girlfriend suffers from mysterious and sudden bouts of numbness in her arm.
Who’s in it. The Surgeon stars Kent Tong as Wong Yan Tung, So Ming-Ming as Kam Kuk, Yu Ke-hsin and Yam Choi-Bo, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Surgeon page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Surgeon tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Surgeon (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Surgeon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Surgeon?
- The Surgeon stars Kent Tong, So Ming-Ming, Yu Ke-hsin, Yam Choi-Bo and Gam Biu.