The White Storm 2: Drug Lords
Seen it?2019 | 100 min | Drama, Action, Thriller
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
It made about 8 times its budget, but almost no lasting buzz and middling reviews (57% on Rotten Tomatoes) held it back. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
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 and action fans.
- The mood
- Tense.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 40 min.
- What might put you off
- It's in Cantonese, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
A financial tycoon, once a triad member, tries to eradicate the drug market while an old accomplice aims to be Hong Kong's first drug lord.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
57% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsBelow par
1 win and 5 nominations from smaller awards and festivals
- Box office & staying powerStrong
$200 million worldwide on a $25 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
About 12K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Herman Yau
- Andy LauYu Shun-tin
- Louis KooFung Chun-kwok
- Michael Miu Kiu-waiLam Ching-fung
- Karena Lam Kar-yanChow Man-fung
- Cheung Kwok-KeungMing
- Carlos Chan Ka-LokJack Yau Sai-Hung
- Michelle Wai Si-ngaApple
- Jun KungCho Tai
- Kent Cheng Jak-siYu Nam
- Gordon Lam Ka-tungSecretary for justice