Election 2 (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 7.3

Election 2 poster

Released in 2006, Election 2 is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Johnnie To, running about 92 minutes. “Even a criminal can serve his country.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. As election time nears, current Triad chairman Lok faces competition from his godsons. At the same time, Jimmy looks to increase his business relations with mainland China.

Who’s in it. Election 2 stars Louis Koo as Jimmy Lee, Simon Yam as Lam Lok, Nick Cheung as Jet and Lam Ka-tung as Kun, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Election 2 has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In IN you can stream it on Netflix. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Election 2 page.

If you liked it. Fans of Election 2 tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Election 2 (2006)?
In IN, Election 2 is available to stream on Netflix. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Election 2 worth watching?
Election 2 holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Election 2?
Election 2 stars Louis Koo, Simon Yam, Nick Cheung, Lam Ka-tung and Lam Suet.
When was Election 2 released?
Election 2 was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.