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The Heroic Trio

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1993 | 88 min | Science Fiction, Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Thriller

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (80% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had soft box office and little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing, sci-fi fans and fantasy fans. If you loved Black Panther or Alita: Battle Angel, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Tense.
The pace
Fast-moving, at 1 hr 28 min.
What might put you off
  • It's in Cantonese, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

While one tough woman with an invisible robe has stolen 18 babies for her powerful master, two other tough women and the cops try to stop her.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    80% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.7 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $20 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactBelow par

    About 27K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Johnnie To

  • Anita Mui Yim-fongTung, The Wonder Woman
  • Michelle YeohChing, The Invisible Woman
  • Maggie Cheung Man-yukChat, The Thief Catcher
  • Damian Lau Chung-YanInspector Lau
  • Anthony Wong Chau-sangKau
  • James PaxDoctor
  • Yen Shi-KwanEvil Master
  • Mimi Chu Mai-maiFortune Teller
  • Paul Chun PuiPolice Chief
  • Chui ToPolice Chief's Wife