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Hard Boiled

1992, Movie, 2h 6min

Violence as poetry, rendered by a master—brilliant and passionate, John Woo’s HARD BOILED tells the story of jaded detective “Tequila” Yuen (played with controlled fury by Chow Yun-fat). Woo’s dizzying odyssey through the world of Hong Kong Triads, undercover agents, and frenzied police raids culminates unforgettably in the breathless hospital sequence. More than a cops-and-bad-guys story, HARD BOILED continually startles with its originality and dark humor.

Country: Hong Kong

Director:

John Woo

Cast:

John Woo,

Jack Wong,

Anthony Wong Chau-Sang,

Jun Kunimura

Critic Mark Salisbury

rated

...inventive and stylised and with great early performances from Fat and Leung.

Read full review at Empire

Frequently asked questions

What is Hard Boiled about? Toggle content

Hard Boiled is a high-octane, action-packed thriller that follows the story of Inspector "Tequila" Yuen, a tough-as-nails cop who's on a mission to take down a gang of ruthless gun smugglers. With the help of an undercover cop named Alan, Tequila must use all means necessary to take down the gang and bring them to justice. The film is directed by John Woo, known for his stylish and violent filmmaking, and features a talented cast, including Chow Yun-fat and Tony Leung. The movie takes place in Hong Kong and features a mix of Cantonese and Mandarin dialogue. The film's final showdown takes place in a hospital, where the protagonists must fight their way through a horde of gangsters to reach the hidden vault where the guns are stored. Will Tequila and Alan be able to take down the gang and bring peace to Hong Kong's streets? Find out in Hard Boiled, an adrenaline-fueled, action-packed ride that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Where can I stream Hard Boiled? Toggle content

You can stream Hard Boiled on: Tubi

What movies are similar to Hard Boiled? Toggle content

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When was Hard Boiled released in theaters? Toggle content

Hard Boiled was released in theaters on May 7, 1992.