Itchy Fingers (1979): cast, story & where to watch

1979 · Film · ★ 6.5

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Released in 1979, Itchy Fingers is a comedy and crime film directed by Po-Chih Leong, running about 96 minutes.

What it’s about. Biggie (Roy Chiao) and Tiny (Richard Ng) grow up together. They fight all the time. Biggie is a detective and Tiny is a thief. Biggie has the satisfaction of catching Tiny and putting him behind bars. When Tiny is released, he is approached by Daigau who wants Tiny's help to steal the world famous diamond.

Who’s in it. Itchy Fingers stars Richard Ng as Hsien, Cora Miao as Tina Chen, Roy Chiao as Inspector and Lo Hoi-pang as Medicine shop boss, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Itchy Fingers 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 Itchy Fingers page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Itchy Fingers (1979)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Itchy Fingers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Itchy Fingers worth watching?
Itchy Fingers holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Itchy Fingers?
Itchy Fingers stars Richard Ng, Cora Miao, Roy Chiao, Lo Hoi-pang and Melvin Wong Gam-Sam.
When was Itchy Fingers released?
Itchy Fingers was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.