City on Fire
"He thought he knew the risks of going undercover."
Originally released in 1987. City on Fire is a action/crime film. directed by Ringo Lam Ling-Tung.
Starring Chow Yun-Fat, Sun Yueh, and Danny Lee Sau-Yin
Synopsis
Ko Chow is an undercover cop who is under pressure from all sides. His boss, Inspector Lau, wants him to infiltrate a gang of ruthless jewel thieves; his girlfriend wants him to commit to marriage or she will leave Hong Kong with another lover; and he is being pursued by other cops who are unaware that he is a colleague. Chow would rather quit the force, feeling guilty about betraying gang members who have become his friends.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 13, 1987
38 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (160 votes)
Language
CN
Original language
Country
Hong Kong
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CN
Production Companies
- Cinema City
- Cinema City Company Limited (Hong Kong)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is City on Fire about?
Ko Chow is an undercover cop who is under pressure from all sides. His boss, Inspector Lau, wants him to infiltrate a gang of ruthless jewel thieves; his girlfriend wants him to commit to marriage ...
Who directed City on Fire?
City on Fire was directed by Ringo Lam Ling-Tung.
How long is City on Fire?
City on Fire has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was City on Fire released?
City on Fire was released on February 13, 1987 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in City on Fire?
The main cast of City on Fire includes Chow Yun-Fat, Sun Yueh, Danny Lee Sau-Yin, Carrie Ng Ka-Lai, Roy Cheung Yiu-Yeung.
Is City on Fire worth watching?
City on Fire has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 160 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.