97 Aces Go Places (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 3.8

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Released in 1997, 97 Aces Go Places is an action and comedy film directed by Chin Ka-Lok, running about 92 minutes.

What it’s about. Eternal 25 year-old Alan Tam is a wimpy triad boss who must avenge his dad because he had a heart attack after losing at cards to a pretty cat burglar. For help, he enlists Drunk Shooter, HK’s ace gunman, who’s also an incredible souse. Problem: Christy ripped off wacky triad boss Francis Ng, so he wants her, too. Even worse, Alan just doesn't want to kill Christy because she’s too damn beautiful. Hijinks ensue.

Who’s in it. 97 Aces Go Places stars Alan Tam as Ho Sik/ Ho Sik's Father, Tony Leung Chiu-wai as Chui Cheong / Drunk Gun, Christy Chung as Lei Lai-Shan and Donna Chu Git-Yee as Mandy Li, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, 97 Aces Go Places has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 97 Aces Go Places page.

If you liked it. Fans of 97 Aces Go Places 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 97 Aces Go Places (1997)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for 97 Aces Go Places change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is 97 Aces Go Places worth watching?
97 Aces Go Places holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in 97 Aces Go Places?
97 Aces Go Places stars Alan Tam, Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Christy Chung, Donna Chu Git-Yee and Francis Ng.
When was 97 Aces Go Places released?
97 Aces Go Places was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.