First Shot (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 5.5

Released in 1993, First Shot is an action and crime film directed by David Lam, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. During a period of widespread police corruption, Ti Lung is a stubborn cop who takes on both the mob and the political establishment.
Who’s in it. First Shot stars Ti Lung as Sergeant Wong Yat-Chung / Tamerlane, Maggie Cheung as Solicitor Annie Ma, Simon Yam as Sam Mok and Waise Lee Chi-Hung as Luk Tai-Chiu / Faucet, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, First Shot 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 First Shot page.
If you liked it. Fans of First Shot 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 First Shot (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for First Shot change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is First Shot worth watching?
- First Shot holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in First Shot?
- First Shot stars Ti Lung, Maggie Cheung, Simon Yam, Waise Lee Chi-Hung and Canti Lau.
- When was First Shot released?
- First Shot was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.
