Discover the best of Hong Kong cinema, film, and television
Discover the definitive list of popular and critically-acclaimed movies and TV shows from Hong Kong. Find your next binge-watch, streaming on Netflix, HBO, Hulu, Prime Video, and other top services!
The cinema of Hong Kong
For decades, Hong Kong cinema was a blast of pure kinetic energy that electrified the entire world. It is a film culture defined by unparalleled style, breathtaking action, and a unique, irrepressible spirit. Its golden age, from the 70s to the 90s, was a creative explosion. It launched global icons: the revolutionary Bruce Lee, who made martial arts a worldwide phenomenon, and the acrobatic genius of Jackie Chan, who blended kung fu with brilliant physical comedy. At the same time, directors like John Woo invented a whole new language of action cinema with his 'heroic bloodshed' epics of brotherhood and balletic gunplay. But amid the beautiful chaos, another master emerged. Wong Kar-wai painted the screen with his signature style, crafting achingly cool and romantic stories that captured the city’s soulful, neon-drenched mood. This legacy of cool continues in the sharp, intelligent thrillers that defined its modern era, like the legendary Infernal Affairs. On the small screen, the city’s prolific TVB studios created dramas that became essential viewing for Cantonese-speaking communities across the globe. What makes Hong Kong cinema so legendary? It’s a culture that perfected a unique blend of high-octane action, heartfelt melodrama, and unparalleled style. Its influence on Hollywood is immense, a cinematic superpower whose energy is truly unforgettable.
Best Hong Kong series
Journey to the West 1996
Journey to the West is a Hong Kong television series adapted from the classical novel of the same title. Starring Dicky Cheung, Kwong Wah, Wayne Lai and Evergreen Mak, the series was produced by TVB and was first broadcast on TVB Jade in Hong Kong in November 1996. A sequel, Journey to the West II, was broadcast in 1998, but the role of the Monkey King was played by Benny Chan instead, due to contract problems between Dicky Cheung and TVB. Cheung later reprised the role in another television series The Monkey King: Quest for the Sutra, which was broadcast on TVB but not produced by the station.
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A Step Into The Past 2001
A Step into the Past is a 2001 Hong Kong television series produced by TVB and based on Huang Yi's novel of the same Chinese title. The series tells the story of a 21st-century Hong Kong VIPPU officer who travels back in time to the Warring States period of ancient China. He is involved in a number of important historical events that leads to the first unification of China under the Qin Dynasty. The series' first original broadcast ran from 15 October to 7 December 2001 on the TVB Jade network in Hong Kong.
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The Condor Heroes 95 1995
The Condor Heroes 95 is a Hong Kong television series adapted from Louis Cha's novel The Return of the Condor Heroes. It was first broadcast on TVB Jade in Hong Kong in 1995. Many of the cast from The Legend of the Condor Heroes reprised their roles in this series, such as Lau Dan and Wayne Lai. In addition, Jason Pai reprised his breakthrough role as Kwok Ching, whom he previously portrayed in The Legend of the Condor Heroes and The Return of the Condor Heroes.
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Line Walker 2014
Chief inspector of Hong Kong’s Criminal Intelligence Bureau, Cheuk Hoi, is suspicious of his close colleague’s mysterious death. Adding to the enigma, he discovers that the five undercover agents who were in constant contact with his dead friend have all vanished.
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The Queen of NEWS 2023
The highly-watched 6:30 PM news report is the battleground for news anchors. In the news department, seasoned anchors Man Wai-sum and Leung Ging-yan split into two factions, each vying for the top spot. Wen causes quite a stir and eventually climbs the corporate ladder. The vacancy for the prime-time female anchor sparks a series of storms!
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The Legend of the Condor Heroes 1983
The Legend of the Condor Heroes is a Hong Kong television series adapted from Louis Cha's novel of the same title. It was first broadcast on TVB Jade in Hong Kong in 1983. The 59 episodes long series is divided into three parts. This 1983 version is considered by many to be a classic television adaptation of the novel and features the breakthrough role of Barbara Yung, who played Huang Rong.
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Best Hong Kong movies
Ip Man 2008
A semi-biographical account of Yip Man, the first martial arts master to teach the Chinese martial art of Wing Chun. The film focuses on events surrounding Ip that took place in the city of Foshan between the 1930s to 1940s during the Second Sino-Japanese War. Directed by Wilson Yip, the film stars Donnie Yen in the lead role, and features fight choreography by Sammo Hung.
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Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon 2000
Two warriors in pursuit of a stolen sword and a notorious fugitive are led to an impetuous, physically-skilled, teenage nobleman's daughter, who is at a crossroads in her life.
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Kung Fu Hustle 2004
It's the 1940s, and the notorious Axe Gang terrorizes Shanghai. Small-time criminals Sing and Bone hope to join, but they only manage to make lots of very dangerous enemies. Fortunately for them, kung fu masters and hidden strength can be found in unlikely places. Now they just have to take on the entire Axe Gang.
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 1990
A quartet of humanoid turtles, trained by their mentor in ninjitsu, must learn to work together to face the menace of Shredder and the Foot Clan.
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In the Mood for Love 2000
In 1962 Hong Kong, neighbors Su Li-zhen (Mrs. Chan) and Chow Mo-wan (Mr. Chow) discover their spouses are having an affair. As they spend time together, they develop feelings for each other, but their relationship remains chaste and unspoken, reflecting societal constraints and their own moral compass.
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Shaolin Soccer 2001
A young Shaolin follower reunites with his discouraged brothers to form a soccer team using their martial art skills to their advantage.
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