The Wicked City (1992): cast, story & where to watch
1992 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1992, The Wicked City is an action, fantasy, horror and science fiction film directed by Peter Mak Tai-Kit, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on the popular Japanese series of novels, The Wicked City is about a futuristic Hong Kong on the verge of a take over by the Reptoids—ruthless monsters disguised as humans. They work amongst us, they live within us, and their destiny is our demise. Packed with non-stop action and special effects, The Wicked City will glue you to the screen until the astonishing end.
Who’s in it. The Wicked City stars Jacky Cheung as Ken Kai, Leon Lai as Renzaburô Taki, Michelle Reis as Windy (Gaye) and Roy Cheung as Shudo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Wicked City 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 The Wicked City page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wicked City 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 The Wicked City (1992)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wicked City change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Wicked City worth watching?
- The Wicked City holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, fantasy, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wicked City?
- The Wicked City stars Jacky Cheung, Leon Lai, Michelle Reis, Roy Cheung and Tatsuya Nakadai.
- When was The Wicked City released?
- The Wicked City was released in 1992, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.