The Luckiest Man (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film
Released in 2008, The Luckiest Man is a comedy film directed by Lam Tze-chung.
What it’s about. Mr. Ho, "King of Gambling", got rich by gambling and is the leader of the Hong Kong Mahjong industry in the 1950's. He has three wives, two sons and one daughter. On the surface, the wives appear to be living in harmony but they actually compete against each other for the family's wealth. Since all three know Kung Fu, they sometimes have a martial arts showdown during dinner! Their fighting intensifies when Mr. Ho brings his love child, Ah Fai back home. Mr. Ho loves him very much, but his wives and other sons want him gone. Mr. Ho knows he is getting old, so he suggests that each of his sons to manages a Mahjong club for a period of time. Whichever one can get the best results will be the heir to his fortune.
Who’s in it. The Luckiest Man stars Natalis Chan as Ho Bee Fat, Yuen Qiu as Sophie, Fat's 1st wife, Pinky Cheung as Ling, Fat's 2nd wife and Monica Chan as Yung, Fat's 3rd wife, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Luckiest Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Luckiest Man tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Luckiest Man (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Luckiest Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Luckiest Man?
- The Luckiest Man stars Natalis Chan, Yuen Qiu, Pinky Cheung, Monica Chan and Lam Tze-chung.
- When was The Luckiest Man released?
- The Luckiest Man was released in 2008.