Man on the Brink (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1981, Man on the Brink is a drama and crime film directed by Alex Cheung, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. An undercover cop goes deep undercover to inside one of Hong Kong's most notorious Triad gangs only to find him getting consumed by a life of crime and seediness.
Who’s in it. Man on the Brink stars Eddie Chen as Ah Chiu, Kam Hing-Yin, Ga Lun as Head policeman and Ada Fung, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Man on the Brink 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 Man on the Brink page.
If you liked it. Fans of Man on the Brink tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Man on the Brink (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Man on the Brink change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Man on the Brink worth watching?
- Man on the Brink holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Man on the Brink?
- Man on the Brink stars Eddie Chen, Kam Hing-Yin, Ga Lun, Ada Fung and Maybo Chiu.
- When was Man on the Brink released?
- Man on the Brink was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.