Lifeline Express (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1984, Lifeline Express is a comedy and horror film directed by Kirk Wong Chi-Keung, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. Kind-hearted Fatso Ng earnestly entreats Buddha to save his midget brother Tiger from an early death. In a passionate outburst, he pledges half his lifespan in return for sparing Tiger. It seems to work ....... too well. Fatso had been told last year by reliable fortune teller Big Mouth Kwan that he would have a long life, but his fortune has now changed. Meanwhile, Tiger is making the most of his renewed lease of life, working hard to get into the panties of three busty nurses. Fatso "spoils" the fun by following Big Mouth Kwan advice - avoid sex if you want any chance of changing your bad fortune. Fatso begins to lose his sanity and goes into the hospital. His only hope of being saved is the weird hospital shrink, who believes in the occult.
Who’s in it. Lifeline Express stars Kent Cheng Jak-Si as Fatso Ng, Teddy Robin as Tiger, Eddy Ko as Professor Ho and Yam Choi-Bo as Nurse, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Lifeline Express has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lifeline Express page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lifeline Express tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lifeline Express (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lifeline Express change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lifeline Express worth watching?
- Lifeline Express holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lifeline Express?
- Lifeline Express stars Kent Cheng Jak-Si, Teddy Robin, Eddy Ko, Yam Choi-Bo and Simon Yip.
- When was Lifeline Express released?
- Lifeline Express was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.