Royal Tramp
Seen it?1992 | 106 min | Action, Comedy
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With little lasting buzz, it's a mixed bag. 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 wants a laugh and action fans.
- The mood
- Light and funny.
- The pace
- Fast-moving, at 1 hr 46 min.
- What might put you off
- It's in Cantonese, so expect subtitles (or a dub).
The story of Wai Siu Bo, a pimp who after saving Chan Kan Nam, the leader of the Heaven and Earth society, a revolutionary group, is made a member. After a botched first assignment for the group, he is made a servant to the Prince, the very person the Heaven and Earth society want to overthrow. What follows is plenty of mayhem and laughter.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesSolid
7.1 out of 10
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerSolid
$41 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 17K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Wong Jing
- Stephen ChowWai Siu Bo
- Richard Ng Man-tatHoi Tai Fook
- Sharla Cheung ManEmpress Dowager
- Chingmy Yau Suk-ChingPrincess King Ning
- Elvis Tsui Kam-kongAo Bai
- Natalis Chan Pak-cheungDuran
- Deric WanEmperor Kang Xi
- Fennie Yuen Kit-yingBig Twin
- Vivian ChenSmall Twin
- Damian Lau Chung-YanChan Kan Nam