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Once Upon a Time in Shanghai (1996)

Original title: 新上海灘

1996-09-02 · 44m · CN
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Set in 1930s Shanghai, the story opens with legendary gambler Gon and his vow to recover his father's casino from Shanghai tycoon Fung In his quest, he becomes acquainted with Sou and uncovers her fiance's nefarious conspiracy. Sou gives her heart to Gon, but he can't forget his old love Gu. Meanwhile, up-and-coming gangster Hui Man Keung is quickly making his name in Shanghai. Crossing paths during chaotic times, Hui, Gon, and Ding Lik become brothers and business partners, but Fung recruits Hui and Ding to his side through backhanded methods. Though deeply in love with Fung's daughter Ching Ching, Hui can only turn away from love and friendship when Fung's true nature is revealed. Fung, however, is not about to just let Hui walk away.

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Adam Cheng Siu-ChowAdam Cheng Siu-Chow于镇海Pat PoonPat Poon冯敬尧Sunny Chan Kam-HungSunny Chan Kam-Hung许文强Carol ChengCarol Cheng苏七巧Gordon Lam Ka-TungGordon Lam Ka-Tung丁力Nadia Chan Chung-LingNadia Chan Chung-Ling冯程程Noel LeungNoel LeungLui FongLui FongGallen Lo Ka-LeungGallen Lo Ka-LeungBowie Lam Bo-YeeBowie Lam Bo-YeeEric Tsang Chi-WaiEric Tsang Chi-WaiFlorence Kwok Siu-WanFlorence Kwok Siu-Wan

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Genre affinityDramaDialogue densityDramaPacingShortActor preference351779 · 1201482 · 530406Country preferenceHkDecade preference1990

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Frequently asked questions about Once Upon a Time in Shanghai

What is Once Upon a Time in Shanghai about?

Set in 1930s Shanghai, the story opens with legendary gambler Gon and his vow to recover his father's casino from Shanghai tycoon Fung In his quest, he becomes acquainted with Sou and uncovers her fiance's nefarious conspiracy. Sou gives her heart to Gon, but he can't forget his old love Gu. Meanwhile, up-and-coming gangster Hui Man Keung is quickly making his name in Shanghai. Crossing paths during chaotic times, Hui, Gon, and Ding Lik become brothers and business partners, but Fung recruits Hui and Ding to his side through backhanded methods. Though deeply in love with Fung's daughter Ching Ching, Hui can only turn away from love and friendship when Fung's true nature is revealed. Fung, however, is not about to just let Hui walk away.

How long is Once Upon a Time in Shanghai?

Once Upon a Time in Shanghai has a runtime of 44 minutes.