The Peeping Tom (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 1997, The Peeping Tom is a thriller and crime film directed by Ivan Lai, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Roy Chen Chih-Lai is a sick rapist/serial killer with a leg fetish, and cuts off his victims' legs as trophies after he's through with them. One day at a bank robbery shootout, he catches police woman Cheng Hsuen on camera, and chooses her to be his next victim. He begins to stalk her and enter her personal life, even waiting for her inside her home. He notices her sister, Kelly, as well (who is also a cop), and her boyfriend, Ken. After he kidnaps and rapes Kelly, Cheng decides to lure the madman by using herself as bait, and bring justice to the situation.
Who’s in it. The Peeping Tom stars Jade Leung as Insp. Cheng Hsuen, Michael Tse as Ken Chang, Mark Cheng Ho-Nam as Roy Chen Chih-Lai and Miho Nomoto as Kelly, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, The Peeping Tom 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 Peeping Tom page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Peeping Tom tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Peeping Tom (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Peeping Tom change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Peeping Tom worth watching?
- The Peeping Tom holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Peeping Tom?
- The Peeping Tom stars Jade Leung, Michael Tse, Mark Cheng Ho-Nam, Miho Nomoto and Sara Au.
- When was The Peeping Tom released?
- The Peeping Tom was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.