Big Bullet (1996): cast, story & where to watch

1996 · Film · ★ 7

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Released in 1996, Big Bullet is an action and crime film directed by Benny Chan, running about 87 minutes.

What it’s about. Hotheaded cop Bill Zhu (Lau Ching-wan) gets relegated to the Emergency Unit after a dustup with his inept boss. When the mob kills Zhu's pal and ex-colleague (Francis Ng) during a turf-war hit, he rounds up his motley department cohorts and embarks on a mission of revenge against the gangsters. The pursuit of the baddies culminates in a hair-raising showdown atop a hijacked transport plane in this action thriller.

Who’s in it. Big Bullet stars Lau Ching-wan as Sergeant Bill Chu, Jordan Chan as Inspector Jeff Chiu, Francis Ng as Inspector Yeung and Anthony Wong as Bird, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Big Bullet has been warmly received by audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Big Bullet 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 Big Bullet (1996)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Big Bullet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Big Bullet worth watching?
Big Bullet holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Big Bullet?
Big Bullet stars Lau Ching-wan, Jordan Chan, Francis Ng, Anthony Wong and Cheung Tat-Ming.
When was Big Bullet released?
Big Bullet was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.