One of the most popular hits in Johnnie To's extraordinary filmography, Running out of Time (1999) undoubtedly set the benchmark in Hong Kong crime capers. It was followed two years later by an even more slickly produced sequel co-directed by To and his disciple Law Wing Cheong, who would go on to become a brilliant director in his own right. Lau Ching Wan reprises his role as a persistent policeman to face off against another righteous robber, this time played by Ekin Cheng. Co-starring Kelly Lin, Hui Siu Hung, Lam Suet, and Ruby Wong, the tight-paced action thriller sequel won Best Film Editing and Best Action Choreography at the 39th Golden Horse Awards.
Combined theatrical financials and commercial performance across all 2 installments.
Total Worldwide Gross
$2.6M
Cumulative box office receipts
Total Production Budget
$225K
Combined studio investments
Average Gross / Film
$1.3M
Average theatrical return
Commercial Multiple
11.66x
Worldwide Gross vs Budget
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