The Royal Scoundrel
"Can the Beach Boy get it together?"
Originally released in 1991. The Royal Scoundrel is a comedy/crime film. directed by Johnnie To. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Jacklyn Wu Chien-Lien, and Richard Ng Man-Tat
Synopsis
Beach Boy is a maverick cop whose unorthodox and incompetent ways are frowned upon by his uptight superiors. His inept partner Mr. Chow isn't much help, and is more concerned with taking care of his many, many children. On a routine stakeout, Beach Boy and Mr. Chow rescue a lovely Mainland girl named Ah Yuk, who was previously abused by her criminal uncle.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 10, 1991
35 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (11 votes)
Language
CN
Original language
Country
Hong Kong
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CN
Production Companies
- Cinema City
- Paka Hill Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Royal Scoundrel about?
Beach Boy is a maverick cop whose unorthodox and incompetent ways are frowned upon by his uptight superiors. His inept partner Mr. Chow isn't much help, and is more concerned with taking care of hi...
Who directed The Royal Scoundrel?
The Royal Scoundrel was directed by Johnnie To.
How long is The Royal Scoundrel?
The Royal Scoundrel has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was The Royal Scoundrel released?
The Royal Scoundrel was released on January 10, 1991 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Royal Scoundrel?
The main cast of The Royal Scoundrel includes Tony Leung Chiu-wai, Jacklyn Wu Chien-Lien, Richard Ng Man-Tat, Waise Lee Chi-Hung, Wong Yat-Fei.