Sex and the Central (2003): cast, story & where to watch

2003 · Film · ★ 2.5

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Released in 2003, Sex and the Central is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Dick Lau Tin-Sze, running about 88 minutes.

What it’s about. May a recently recruited office worker finds she cannot fund her expensive lifestyle with her dismal paycheck. She later discovers her female work colleagues are playing strip poker or having sex with the management team. May soon learns she may have to indulge in carnal desires to make it in the Central district (the premier commercial district in Hong Kong).

Who’s in it. Sex and the Central stars Sophie Ngan as Office Worker, Charlie Cho as Regional manager, James Chu Wai-Tat as Office Boss and Dao Hwang as Office Worker, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.5/10, Sex and the Central has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sex and the Central page.

If you liked it. Fans of Sex and the Central tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Sex and the Central (2003)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sex and the Central change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Sex and the Central worth watching?
Sex and the Central holds an audience score of 2.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Sex and the Central?
Sex and the Central stars Sophie Ngan, Charlie Cho, James Chu Wai-Tat, Dao Hwang and Philip Keung Ho-Man.
When was Sex and the Central released?
Sex and the Central was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.