Tiger Cage
特警屠龍
Synopsis
Something fishy is going on in the anti-Drug Trafficking Unit of the HK Police, and only a few honest cops know that the corruption goes all the way to the top. However, they must prove their case quickly, and by unconventional means, after they are framed for murder and drug-trafficking themselves. Dodging bullets from cops and criminals alike, the race is on to clear their names, protect their loved ones, and bring their corrupt colleagues to justice.
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[Trailer] 特警屠龍 (Tiger Cage)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-08-11
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Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau
Fan Shun-Yu
Carol Cheng
Insp. Shirley Ho Shih-Ling
Simon Yam
Inspector Michael Wong
Donnie Yen
Terry
Irene Wan
Amy
Bryan Leung
Hsiu
Richard Ng Man-Tat
Sgt Uncle Te
Vincent Lyn
Vincent
Johnny Wang Lung-Wei
Swatow Hsiung
Yuen Shun-Yi
Hsiung's Brother
Yuen Cheung-Yan
Policeman
Michael Woods
Drug Dealer from USA
Paul Wong Kwan
Gets Kicked in Drug Bust
Chan Ging
Policeman
Yuen Woo-ping
Master Eight
Fung Hak-On
Hsiung's Buddy
Stephan Berwick
Drug Dealer from USA
Wai Gei-Shun
Officer Wei
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 29, 2022
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Yuen Woo-ping
- Screenplay & Story
- Anthony Wong Wing-Fai
- Original Score
- Norman Wong Chi-Hung
- Original Title
- 特警屠龍
- Country of Origin
- Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- Cantonese
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- D & B Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Yuen Woo-ping
Anthony Wong Wing-Fai
Norman Wong Chi-Hung
Lee Kin-Keung, Chan Man-To
Cheung Kwok-Kuen, Lee Yim-Hoi, Chan Ki-Hop
Stephen Shin Kei-Yin
Department Leadership Roster
Yuen Woo-ping
Director
Stephen Shin Kei-Yin
Producer
Anthony Wong Wing-Fai
Screenplay
Lee Kin-Keung
Director of Photography
Chan Man-To
Director of Photography
Cheung Kwok-Kuen
Editor
Lee Yim-Hoi
Editor
Chan Ki-Hop
Editor
Eric Kwong Chi-Leung
Editor
Norman Wong Chi-Hung
Original Music Composer
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FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
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What is Tiger Cage about?
Something fishy is going on in the anti-Drug Trafficking Unit of the HK Police, and only a few honest cops know that the corruption goes all the way to the top. However, they must prove their case quickly, and by unconventional means, after they are framed for murder and drug-trafficking themselves. Dodging bullets from cops and criminals alike, the race is on to clear their names, protect their loved ones, and bring their corrupt colleagues to justice.
Who directed Tiger Cage?
Tiger Cage was directed by Yuen Woo-ping.
Who stars in Tiger Cage?
The principal cast of Tiger Cage includes Jacky Cheung Hok-Yau, Carol Cheng, Simon Yam, Donnie Yen, Irene Wan.
When was Tiger Cage released and how long is it?
Tiger Cage was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Tiger Cage?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tiger Cage was composed by Norman Wong Chi-Hung.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Tiger Cage?
Tiger Cage holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).