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PTU

"Into the Perilous Night..."

April 17, 2003 1h 28m 7.0/10 (170 votes)

Originally released in 2003. PTU is a crime/thriller film. directed by Johnnie To. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Simon Yam, Maggie Shiu, and Lam Suet

Synopsis

Follows a police tactical unit during one dangerous night on the streets of Hong Kong as they try to recover a cop's stolen gun. Things turn deadly when they run into a web of gangland crimes.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 17, 2003 22 years ago
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Runtime 1h 28m 88 minutes total
User Rating 7.0/10 Good (170 votes)
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Language CN Original language
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Country Hong Kong Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
CN

Production Companies

  • Milkyway Image

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PTU about?

Follows a police tactical unit during one dangerous night on the streets of Hong Kong as they try to recover a cop's stolen gun. Things turn deadly when they run into a web of gangland crimes.

Who directed PTU?

PTU was directed by Johnnie To.

How long is PTU?

PTU has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).

When was PTU released?

PTU was released on April 17, 2003 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in PTU?

The main cast of PTU includes Simon Yam, Maggie Shiu, Lam Suet, Ruby Wong Cheuk-Ling, Eddy Ko Hung.

Is PTU worth watching?

PTU has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 170 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.