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From the Queen to the Chief Executive (2001): cast, story & where to watch

2001 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 2001, From the Queen to the Chief Executive is a notable film directed by Herman Yau, running about 102 minutes.

What it’s about. In 1985, Cheung Yau-ming was one of five miscreants involved in the brutal murder of a white couple. As he was still a juvenile, the court ordered that he be "detained at Her Majesty's pleasure," a clause in British law allowing the government to imprison young offenders for an indefinite period. The film picks up in 1997, with Yau-ming (now 28) being paid a visit by a girl named Cheung Yue-ling. With only six months to go before the Handover, Yau-ming and 22 other prisoners hope to have their sentences determined soon, fearing what might happen should the decision about what to do with them become the province of incoming Chief Executive Tung Chee-hwa.

Who’s in it. From the Queen to the Chief Executive stars Stephen Tang Shu-Wing as Councillor Leung Chung Ken, Ai Jing as Cheung Yue Ling, Herman Yau and Tony Chow, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, From the Queen to the Chief Executive 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 From the Queen to the Chief Executive page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch From the Queen to the Chief Executive (2001)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for From the Queen to the Chief Executive change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is From the Queen to the Chief Executive worth watching?
From the Queen to the Chief Executive holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in From the Queen to the Chief Executive?
From the Queen to the Chief Executive stars Stephen Tang Shu-Wing, Ai Jing, Herman Yau, Tony Chow and Eddie Chan Shu-Chi.
When was From the Queen to the Chief Executive released?
From the Queen to the Chief Executive was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.