King of Comedy (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1999, King of Comedy is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Lee Lik-Chi, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Wan Tin-Sau is an actor who cannot seem to catch a break, since his only professional jobs are limited to being a movie extra. As well as being an actor, he is also the head of his village's community center.
Who’s in it. King of Comedy stars Stephen Chow as Wan Tin-Sau, Cecilia Cheung as Lau Piu-Piu, Karen Mok as Sister Cuckoo and Ng Man-tat as Mao, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, King of Comedy has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $3K at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch King of Comedy page.
If you liked it. Fans of King of Comedy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch King of Comedy (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for King of Comedy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is King of Comedy worth watching?
- King of Comedy holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in King of Comedy?
- King of Comedy stars Stephen Chow, Cecilia Cheung, Karen Mok, Ng Man-tat and Tenky Tin Kai-Man.
- When was King of Comedy released?
- King of Comedy was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.