The Iceman Cometh (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1989, The Iceman Cometh is an action, comedy and science fiction film directed by Clarence Yiu-leung Fok, running about 114 minutes. “Across the centuries – the war between good and evil can never end.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When 16th-century Ming guard Fong Sau-ching sets out to capture vicious rapist Feng San, both men end up falling into a glacier to be frozen in time. Thawed out by scientists over 300 years later, the confused guard must learn to cope with the modern world and continue in his quest to vanquish his opponent.
Who’s in it. The Iceman Cometh stars Yuen Biao as Fong Sau-ching, Maggie Cheung as Polly, Yuen Wah as Feng San and Tai Bo as Pimp, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, The Iceman Cometh has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Iceman Cometh page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Iceman Cometh tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Iceman Cometh (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Iceman Cometh change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Iceman Cometh worth watching?
- The Iceman Cometh holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and science fiction. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Iceman Cometh?
- The Iceman Cometh stars Yuen Biao, Maggie Cheung, Yuen Wah, Tai Bo and Lam Chung.
- When was The Iceman Cometh released?
- The Iceman Cometh was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.