Ban Drugs (2023): cast, story & where to watch

2023 · Film · ★ 8.5

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Released in 2023, Ban Drugs is a drama, crime and action film directed by David Dai.

What it’s about. The story of Lu Zhonglei, captain of the Public Security Anti-Narcotics Brigade, during his life-and-death contest with drug lord Ling Shaohua. As the protagonist of the story, anti-drug policeman Lu Zhonglei experienced the test of life and death, physical and mental torture, and the sacrifice of his companions during the dangerous anti-drug arrest process. However, he still did not forget his original intention and was unswerving. In the end, through careful thinking and hard work, With his skills, and with the full support and cooperation of the leadership and other anti-drug police officers, the cunning drug lord Ling Shaohua was hunted down and brought to justice.

Who’s in it. Ban Drugs stars Du Zhiguo as Director Zheng, Xu Jia as Luo Daming, Ben Ng Ngai-Cheung as Yu Guozhang and Sammy Hung Tin-Chiu as Lu Zhonglei, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, Ban Drugs sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Ban Drugs tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Ban Drugs (2023)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ban Drugs change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Ban Drugs worth watching?
Ban Drugs holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, crime and action. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Ban Drugs?
Ban Drugs stars Du Zhiguo, Xu Jia, Ben Ng Ngai-Cheung, Sammy Hung Tin-Chiu and Wu Chunyi.
When was Ban Drugs released?
Ban Drugs was released in 2023.